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We are currently in the early stages of a new laboratory project to
evaluate the possible superiority of nanometalene surface technology
implants compared to PEEK or Titanium implants with regards to biofilm
formation. This is an
important question as it may affect the rates of post-operative
infections after spine surgery.
Infections after these types of operations can result in
discitis and osteomyelitis, which can be devastating and
life-threatening complications. Our research investigates whether
certain implant surface technology may protect against this
complication.