Titanium cranioplasty.
The technique of repairing defects of the skull with titanium is described. The skull contour can be accurately reproduced. The technique is simpler than wiring or suturing methods. The material is inert, radiolucent, and rigid.
D002133:Calcium Sulfate; D003760:Dental Impression Materials; D006801:Humans; D008722:Methods; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D011859:Radiography; D012886:Skull / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D012887:Skull Fractures / Q000601:surgery; D014025:Titanium; D014948:Wounds, Gunshot / Q000601:surgery
D003760:Dental Impression Materials; D014025:Titanium; D002133:Calcium Sulfate