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.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | S322-S324 |
Journal | Spine Journal |
Volume | 4 |
Issue number | 6 SUPPL. |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2004 |
Keywords
- Nucleus pulposus
- Polymer
- Prosthesis
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
- Clinical Neurology