Drill Hole Defects: Induction, Imaging, and Analysis in the Rodent

Andre Obenaus, Pedro Hayes

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Abstract

Advances in stem therapy, scaffolds, and therapeutic biomolecules are accelerating bone repair research, and model systems are required to test new methods and concepts. The drill hole defect is one such model and is used to study a variety of bone defects and potential therapies designed to repair these injuries. We detail the methodologies required to successfully generate and evaluate drill hole defects. Although performing a successful drill hole defect requires patience and dexterity, investing the time to perfect the technique will provide ample opportunity for the researcher to expand his/her particular research interests. Mastering this technique will allow testing of stem cell therapies, novel scaffold designs, and biomolecules that can be used for clinical translation.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationEmbryonic Stem Cell Therapy for Osteo-Degenerative Diseases
Subtitle of host publicationMethods and Protocols
PublisherHumana Press Inc.
Pages301-314
Number of pages14
ISBN (Print)9781607619611
DOIs
StatePublished - 2011

Publication series

NameMethods in Molecular Biology
Volume690
ISSN (Print)1064-3745
ISSN (Electronic)1940-6029

ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • Molecular Biology
  • Genetics

Keywords

  • Computerized tomography
  • Drill hole defect
  • Magnetic resonance imaging
  • Stereotaxic
  • Surgery

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