A modulus of elasticity that is very close to that of bone and allows better load transer was a deciding factor in choosing polyetheretherketone (PEEK) resin for a newly approved transfer cervical fusion cage implant. Sintea Plustek S.r.l. ‘s (Milan) new DOMINO cervical fusion cage implant is made from Solvay Specialty Polymers Zeniva PEEK resin and has earned the CE mark, which enables it to be sold throughout the European market. Tagging Options Domain: All Sites Issue Date: PT – August 2013 Keywords: Solvay Advanced Polymers Zeniva PEEK polyetheretherketone spinal fusion implant read more
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PEEK helps spinal implant better mimic bone
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