An Antibacterial-Loaded PLA 3D-Printed Model for Temporary Prosthesis in Arthroplasty Infections: Evaluation of the Impact of Layer Thickness on the Mechanical Strength of a Construct and Drug Release

• Main Authors: Carlos Tamarit-Martínez (Author), Lucía Bernat-Just (Author), Carlos Bueno-López (Author), Adrián M. Alambiaga-Caravaca (Author), Virginia Merino (Author), Alicia López-Castellano (Author), Vicent Rodilla (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2024-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Infections are one of the main complications in arthroplasties. These infections are difficult to treat because the bacteria responsible for them settle in the prosthesis and form a biofilm that does not allow antimicrobials to reach the infected area. This study is part of a research project aimed...