Assessment of Osteointegration of Cortoss (TM) in Cranioplasty: An Experimental Study in Rabbits

Sanus G. Z., Ulu M. O., Ozlen F., Biceroglu H., Kucukyuruk B., Isler C., ...More

JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGICAL SCIENCES-TURKISH, vol.30, no.1, pp.144-152, 2013 (SCI-Expanded) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 30 Issue: 1
  • Publication Date: 2013
  • Journal Name: JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGICAL SCIENCES-TURKISH
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
  • Page Numbers: pp.144-152
  • Çukurova University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Objectives: Calvarial defects must be closed for either cosmetic reasons or for protection of the calvarial contents. We aimed to assess whether Cortoss (TM), a biocompatible synthetic cortical bone void filler, can provide satisfactory osteointegration in cranial defects.