ABSTRACT
I. Introduction .................................................................................................................... 241
II. Polymer/Hydroxyapatite Composite Scaffolds .............................................................. 242
III. Polymer/Hydroxyapatite Nano Composite Scaffold ..................................................... 244
IV. Polymer/Apatite Composite Scaffold by Biomimetic Process ...................................... 247
V. Conclusions .................................................................................................................... 248
References ................................................................................................................................... 249
Tissue loss and organ failure resulting from injuries or diseases remain frequent and serious health
problems despite great advances in medical technologies and life sciences. In the U.S. alone, bone
fractures and damage result in more than 1.3 million surgical procedures each year.
