Bioresorbable calcium phosphate paste ([alpha]-BSM) in treatment of calcaneal fractures .
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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.Exclusive Author Interview
Dr. Richard Buckley discusses the use of bioresorbable calcium phosphate paste ([alpha]-BSM) in treatment of calcaneal fractures.
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 indicated that the use of BSM was able to minimize the reduction in Bohler's angle compared to ORIF alone, while not producing differences in general health, and limb specific function.
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