Comparison of modified injection molding and conventional machining in biodegradable behavior of perforated cannulated magnesium hip stents

In this study, perforated cannulated magnesium (Mg) hip stents were fabricated via modified Mg injection molding and conventional machining, respectively. Additionally, the stent canal was filled with paraffin to simulate injection of biomaterials. The microstructure, mechanical performance, corrosion behavior, and biocompatibility were comparably studied. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) showed higher...