Additively Manufactured Porous Metallic Implants and Their Surface Modification for Biomedical Applications: A Review: Lightweight metal implants with improved mechanical properties

The evolution of three dimensional (3D) printed porous metallic biomaterials and their clinical applications are currently receiving much consideration. Many research works have been focused on the shaping by 3D printing of lightweight metal implants with improved mechanical properties. In the same...

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Published in:Johnson Matthey technology review 2024-07, Vol.68 (3), p.442-463
Main Authors: Bricha, Meriame, Logesh, Mahendran, Ballamurugan, Anbalagan M., Mabrouk, Khalil El
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Language:English
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Summary:The evolution of three dimensional (3D) printed porous metallic biomaterials and their clinical applications are currently receiving much consideration. Many research works have been focused on the shaping by 3D printing of lightweight metal implants with improved mechanical properties. In the same way, the effect of surface finishes on roughness and porosity distribution on biological properties is still debated. Therefore, several factors need to be addressed and revisited in this context. This review focuses on the importance of porous metallic implant design and its relationship with biological and mechanical properties. First, the additive manufacturing (AM) techniques for bio-inert metals and alloys will be discussed. The review will then introduce the most efficient surface treatments and coating approaches for biomedical porous metals to enhance bone tissue regeneration, prevent corrosion, reduce revision surgery and improve implant lifetime. A critical study of the various parameters impacting the biological properties will also be carried out in this review.
ISSN:2056-5135
2056-5135
DOI:10.1595/205651324X17004970366027