Design and Improvement of Bone Adhesive in response to Clinical Needs

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Abstract
Fracture represents one of the most common diagnoses in contemporary medical practice, with the majority of cases traditionally addressed through metallic device fixation. However, this approach is marred by several drawbacks, including prolonged operative durations, considerable expenses, suboptimal applicability to comminuted fractures, increased infection risks, and the inevitable requirement for secondary surgery. The inherent advantages of bone adhesives in these fields have garnered the attention of orthopedic surgeons, who have commenced utilizing biocompatible and biodegradable bone adhesives to bond and stabilize bone fragments. Regrettably, the current bone adhesives generally exhibit insufficient adhesive strength in vivo environments, and it is desirable for them to possess effective osteogenesis to facilitate fracture healing. Consequently, aligning bone adhesives with practical clinical demands remains a significant hurdle, which has catalyzed a surge in research endeavors. Within this review, the conceptual framework, characteristics, and design ideas of bone adhesives based on clinical needs are delineated. Recent advancements in this domain, specifically focusing on the enhancement of two pivotal characteristics—adhesive strength and osteogenic potential are also reviewed. Finally, a prospective analysis of the future advancements in bone adhesives, offering new insights into solutions for diverse clinical problems is presented.
Funding Information
  • National Key Research and Development Program of China (2022YFB3804300)
  • National Natural Science Foundation of China (32271401)

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