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Bioresorbable calcium phosphate paste ([alpha]-BSM) in treatment of calcaneal fractures
March 2013
Bioresorbable calcium phosphate paste ([alpha]-BSM) in treatment of calcaneal fractures
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial of a Bioresorbable Calcium Phosphate Paste ([alpha]-BSM) in Treatment of Displaced Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures
J Trauma. 2009 Oct;67(4):875-82.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
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Dr. Richard Buckley discusses the use of bioresorbable calcium phosphate paste ([alpha]-BSM) in treatment of calcaneal fractures.
Synopsis
47 patients with displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures necessitating fixation (52 fractures), were randomized to receive either open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) in conjunction with a calcium phosphate paste (bone substitute material (BSM)), or ORIF alone. This study investigated the ability of BSM to preserve Bohler's angle and to reduce calcaneal height collapse. The results in...
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