Injectability and mechanical properties of magnesium phosphate cements.

Up to now magnesium phosphate cements are mainly being utilized in wastewater treatment due to their adsorptive properties. Recently they also have been shown to have a high potential as degradable biocements for application as replacement materials for bone defects. In comparison to degradable calcium phosphate cements they have the advantage of setting at neutral pH, which is favorable in biological environment. Moseke C, Saratsis V, Gbureck U. J Mater Sci Mater Med. 2011 Sep 14. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 21915697