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Prospective Evaluation of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Features of Magnesium-Based Alloy Screw Resorption in Pediatric Fractures.
Journal Paper/Review - Apr 21, 2023
Wälti Stephan, Wildermuth Simon, Willems Erik, Fischer Tim, Dietrich Tobias, Leschka Sebastian, Matissek Christoph, Krebs Thomas, Markart Stefan
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Wälti S, Wildermuth S, Willems E, Fischer T, Dietrich T, Leschka S, Matissek C, Krebs T, Markart S. Prospective Evaluation of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Features of Magnesium-Based Alloy Screw Resorption in Pediatric Fractures. J Clin Med 2023; 12
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Journal Paper/Review (English)
Journal
J Clin Med 2023; 12
Publication Date
Apr 21, 2023
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2077-0383
Brief description/objective
The resorption of magnesium-based alloy bioabsorbable screws results in the release of hydrogen gas, which can mimic infection and enter the growth plate. The screw itself and the released gas may also affect image quality.