Warsaw: Polish scientists have developed an innovative biomaterial that can be injected into broken bones, offering an alternative to invasive surgery, TVP World reported on Saturday. The research team at the West Pomeranian University of Technology in Szczecin, Poland, announced the development of this polymer, which hardens inside the body to stabilize fractures without the necessity for pins or plates.
According to Philippines News Agency, the polymer was developed over a span of two years and is designed to revolutionize how fractures are treated by significantly accelerating procedures and reducing costs compared to conventional treatments. Professor Miroslawa El Fray from the university highlighted that the biodegradable nature of the polymer eliminates the need for its removal after healing.
“It will be introduced just once, at the fracture site; there will be no need for its removal. It will induce the process of the bone’s repair and then completely biodegrade inside the body,” Professor El Fray explained. The researchers believe the technology will be especially beneficial for treating wrist fractures, which are prevalent in Poland during the winter months.
Despite its promising potential, the biomaterial has yet to be patented or commercialized, leaving room for further developments and potential market introduction.
