The application of polyetheretherketone (PEEK) implants in cranioplasty
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DOI: 10.1016/j.brainresbull.2019.08.010
Abstract: Cranioplasty is a challenge to neurosurgeons, especially considering protection of intracranial contents. In recent years, material choice for cranioplasty is still controversial, which brings complexity to this seemingly straightforward procedure. PEEK, a tough, rigid, biocompatible… read more here.
Keywords: application polyetheretherketone; implants cranioplasty; peek implants; polyetheretherketone peek ... See more keywords
Mandibular recontouring with polyetheretherketone (PEEK) patient-specific implants
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2022-248826
Abstract: The definition of the mandibular angle profile is a common challenge for oral and maxillofacial surgeons. Accurate diagnosis and treatment planning are mandatory in order to properly manage soft and hard tissues. The use of… read more here.
Keywords: patient specific; polyetheretherketone peek; patient; peek patient ... See more keywords
Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) cages for anterior column reconstruction in pyogenic vertebral osteomyelitis
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DOI: 10.1177/2309499019842490
Abstract: The objective of study was to evaluate a case series of patients in whom polyetheretherketone (PEEK) cages were used for anterior column reconstruction in vertebral osteomyelitis. Fifteen patients underwent clinical and radiological evaluation with average… read more here.
Keywords: peek cages; polyetheretherketone peek; anterior column; vertebral osteomyelitis ... See more keywords
Surface Modifications of Polyetheretherketone (PEEK): Results from the Literature and Special Studies of Copper-Coated Films
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DOI: 10.3390/polym14224797
Abstract: For some challenging applications of the high-performance thermoplastic polyetheretherketone (PEEK) in engineering or medical fields, the bonding to other materials is important. In these cases, modifications of the inert polymer surface are often necessary. Results… read more here.
Keywords: peek results; copper; polyetheretherketone peek; surface modifications ... See more keywords
Description of Poly(aryl-ether-ketone) Materials (PAEKs), Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) and Polyetherketoneketone (PEKK) for Application as a Dental Material: A Materials Science Review
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DOI: 10.3390/polym15092170
Abstract: Poly(aryl-ether-ketone) materials (PAEKs), a class of high-performance polymers comprised of polyetheretherketone (PEEK) and polyetherketoneketone (PEKK), have attracted interest in standard dental procedures due to their inherent characteristics in terms of mechanical and biological properties. Polyetheretherketone… read more here.
Keywords: pekk; review; polyetheretherketone peek; dental material ... See more keywords