DOI: 10.3390/biom14010052 ISSN: 2218-273X

Effects of Aging on Osteosynthesis at Bone–Implant Interfaces

Alexa K. Pius, Masakazu Toya, Qi Gao, Yasemin Sude Ergul, Simon Kwoon-Ho Chow, Stuart Barry Goodman
  • Molecular Biology
  • Biochemistry

Joint replacement is a common surgery and is predominantly utilized for treatment of osteoarthritis in the aging population. The longevity of many of these implants depends on bony ingrowth. Here, we provide an overview of current techniques in osteogenesis (inducing bone growth onto an implant), which is affected by aging and inflammation. In this review we cover the biologic underpinnings of these processes as well as the clinical applications. Overall, aging has a significant effect at the cellular and macroscopic level that impacts osteosynthesis at bone-metal interfaces after joint arthroplasty; potential solutions include targeting prolonged inflammation, preventing microbial adhesion, and enhancing osteoinductive and osteoconductive properties.

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