What is PEEK in surgery
PEEK is a high-performance polymer material that has found extensive application in surgical procedures due to its unique properties. Here is a detailed overview of PEEK’s use in surgery:
Applications in Surgery
Cranioplasty: PEEK has become a popular choice for skull repair due to its ability to be custom-made to fit the patient’s skull exactly, providing a stable and durable repair. Cases have shown that PEEK implants in cranioplasty can achieve satisfactory results in terms of plastic appearance and postoperative recovery.
Spinal Surgery: PEEK is used in spinal fusion and as intervertebral spacers, providing structural support and facilitating bone fusion.
Orthopedic Implants: PEEK is used in the fabrication of artificial joints, such as hip and knee replacements, due to its durability and biocompatibility.
Dental Implants: PEEK-based dental implants are used for tooth replacement and dental reconstruction, offering a stable and comfortable solution for patients.
Cardiac Surgery: PEEK is also used in the manufacture of heart pumps and valves, contributing to advancements in cardiac surgery.
Advantages and Considerations
Advantages:
Customizable: PEEK implants can be custom-made to fit the patient’s specific needs.
Durable: PEEK implants are strong and can withstand the rigors of daily life.
Biocompatible: As mentioned, PEEK has excellent biocompatibility, reducing the risk of rejection or infection.
Considerations:
Cost: PEEK implants are generally more expensive than traditional implants.
Surgical Experience: Due to its unique properties, surgeons need to have specific training and experience to work with PEEK implants effectively.
Inconclusion：
PEEK has revolutionized surgical implants due to its combination of biocompatibility, mechanical strength, and radiolucency. Its applications in cranioplasty, spinal surgery, orthopedic implants, dental implants, and cardiac surgery have significantly improved patient outcomes. However, the cost, surgical experience that need to be considered when choosing PEEK implants. China has an implantable PEEK material manufacturer, Guangzhou Junsun Medical Technology Co., Ltd. successfully launched the implantable PEEK JS-S1, product name: NATUREGEN, brand grade: JS-S1. Junsun owns the core patent of polyetheretherketone synthesis reaction technology, which can continuously produce high purity polyetheretherketone materials with stable performance. Junsun’s PEEK material inventory is sufficient, and it has established long-term cooperative relationships with many medical device manufacturers in more than 20 countries around the world, which has received consistent praise and trust from customers.
