Can hydroxyapatite charged collagen sponge help reduce perioperative blood loss in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis surgery? Preliminary results in 68 patients

ConclusionWith 27% reduction in drain volume, hydroxyapatite charged collagen sponge can be considered as a blood salving strategy in AIS surgery. The role of the biomaterial in fusion rate still needs to be further assessed.

http://link.springer.com/10.1007/s00586-022-07512-4

Source: European Spine Journal - January 19, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research