Bone-hard Biomaterial (IMAGE)

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft

Bone-hard Biomaterial

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Surgeons use interferential screws to fasten cruciate ligaments in the knee. From the left: made of polylactic acid, hydroxylapatite and medical stainless steel.

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Fraunhofer IFAM

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