Bone generation in the reconstruction of a critical size calvarial defect in an experimental model

Yong Chen Por, Carlos Raul Barceló, Kenneth E. Salyer, David G. Genecov, Karen Troxel, El Gendler, Mohammed E. Elsalanty, Lynne A. Opperman

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Abstract

Objective: This study was designed to investigate the optimal combination of known osteogenic biomaterials with shape conforming struts to achieve calvarial vault reconstruction, using a canine model. Methods: Eighteen adolescent beagles were divided equally into 6 groups. A critical size defect of 6 x 2 cm traversed the sagittal suture. The biomaterials used for calvarial reconstruction were demineralised perforated bone matrix (DBM), recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-2 (rhBMP2) and autogenous platelet-rich plasma (PRP). The struts used were cobalt chrome (metal) or resorbable plate. The groupings were as follows: 1) DBM + metal, 2) DBM + PRP + metal, 3) DBM + PRP + resorbable plate, 4) DBM + rhBMP2 + metal, 5) DBM + rhBMP2 + PRP + metal, and 6) DBM + rhBMP2 + resorbable plate. Animals were euthanised at 3 months post-surgery. There was no mortality or major complications. Analysis was performed macroscopically, histologically, and with computed tomography (CT). Results: There was complete bony regeneration in the rhBMP2 groups only. Non-rhBMP2 groups had minimal bony ingrowth from the defect edges and on the dural surface, a finding confirmed by CT scan and histology. PRP did not enhance bone regeneration. Shape conformation was good with both metal and resorbable plate. Conclusion: rhBMP2 but not PRP accelerated calvarial regeneration in 3 months. The DBM in the rhBMP2 groups were substituted by new trabecular bone. Shape molding was good with both metal and resorbable plate.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)911-919
Number of pages9
JournalAnnals of the Academy of Medicine Singapore
Volume36
Issue number11
StatePublished - Nov 2007
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Cranial vault reconstruction
  • Critical size calvarial defect
  • Metal struts
  • Resorbable plates
  • rhBMP2

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine

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