Concepts in nuclear replacement.
review · Level V
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Abstract
This article describes the pathogenesis of early nuclear failure and current philosophical approaches to artificial, biological, and bioartificial nucleus replacement. Necessary in this review is an overview of current approaches to nucleus replacement with prosthetics and various gel materials.
Medical subject headings
- Arthroplasty, Replacement
- Intervertebral Disc
- Joint Prosthesis
- Osteoarthritis