Publications by authors named "Nathalia Vargas-Valverde"
Composites of Polylactic Acid with Diatomaceous Earth for 3D-Printing Biocompatible Scaffolds: A Systematic Study of Their Mechanical, Thermal, and Biocompatibility Properties.
Lilliam Trejos-Soto Gabriel O Rivas-Hernández Rodrigo Mora-Bolaños Nathalia Vargas-Valverde Abraham Valerio
Bioengineering (Basel)
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- - This study focuses on creating biocompatible scaffolds using polylactic acid (PLA), calcium phosphate, and diatomaceous earth for bone regeneration, with a goal of improving cell adhesion and biodegradability.
- - The optimal composite mix (20 PLA/1 CP/1 DE) showed almost no cytotoxicity following gamma sterilization and was tested for its mechanical properties, which were found to be similar to cancellous bone.
- - Degradation tests over 13 weeks indicated stability without significant mass loss, and successful cell interaction was noted, suggesting potential for these 3D-printed scaffolds as alternatives to traditional bone implants.