Is three-dimension-printed mesh scaffold an alternative to reconstruct cavity bone defects near joints?

Taojun GongMinxun LuJie WangYuqi ZhangYitian WangZhuangzhuang LiLi MinYi LuoYong ZhouChongqi Tu

Published in: International orthopaedics (2023)

The 3D-printed mesh scaffold provided sufficient mechanical support for the articular surface and protected the subchondral bone. We recommended the 3D-printed mesh structure as an alternative to repair cavity bone defects around joints.

Keyphrases

bone mineral density
soft tissue
bone loss
bone regeneration
postmenopausal women
tissue engineering
body composition