3D Printed Elastomer‐Hydrogel Composite Meniscal Scaffolds with Biomimetic Gradient Structure and Robust Interface for Preventing Osteoarthritis and Repairing Meniscal Injuries
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202315580
Abstract: Meniscal implants with biomimetic 3D architecture, gradient mechanical properties, and excellent biocompatibility are urgently required due to the increasing incidence of meniscus injuries. Inspired by the microstructure of the meniscus, which consists of a meshwork… read more here.
Keywords: meniscal scaffolds; biomimetic gradient; hydrogel; composite meniscal ... See more keywords
Polyurethane meniscal scaffolds lead to better clinical outcomes but worse articular cartilage status and greater absolute meniscal extrusion
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DOI: 10.1007/s00167-017-4650-3
Abstract: PurposeImplantation of polyurethane (PU) meniscal scaffolds has become a popular procedure to provide a scaffold for vessel ingrowth and meniscal tissue regeneration in patients with partial meniscal defects. However, it is unclear whether PU meniscal… read more here.
Keywords: meniscal scaffolds; polyurethane meniscal; articular cartilage; patients partial ... See more keywords