Publications by authors named "Paula Roepenack"
Article Synopsis
- - This study investigates a new cementless technique using titanium mesh implants (TMIs) for treating osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (VCFs), aiming to avoid complications linked to traditional cement-based treatments.
- - Twelve Merino sheep were used to model osteoporosis and create standardized VCFs, with outcomes assessed after two months through surgical evaluation and imaging techniques like micro-CT.
- - Results indicated that the TMI method effectively facilitated bony healing without injuries or complications, though adding autologous spongiosa grafting did not enhance healing outcomes, paving the way for clinical application of this technique.
This study analyses the effect of eptotermin α application into fractured vertebrae. It is hypothesized that eptotermin α is capable to enhance bony healing of the osteoporotic spine. In 10 Merino sheep osteoporosis induction was performed by ovariectomy, corticosteroid therapy and calcium/phosphorus/vitamin D-deficient diet; followed by standardized creation of lumbar vertebral compression fractures (VCFs) type A3.
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