Weiping Ren
YOU?
Author Swipe
View article: In Vivo Cell Migration and Growth Within Electrospun Porous Nanofibrous Scaffolds with Different Pore Sizes in a Mouse Pouch Model
In Vivo Cell Migration and Growth Within Electrospun Porous Nanofibrous Scaffolds with Different Pore Sizes in a Mouse Pouch Model Open
Cellular infiltration into traditional electrospun nanofibers (NFs) is limited due to their dense structures. We were able to obtain polycaprolactone (PCL) NFs with variable and defined pore sizes and thicknesses by using a customized prog…
View article: Comparison of the clinical efficacy of patellar lateral retraction and patellar eversion in total knee arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Comparison of the clinical efficacy of patellar lateral retraction and patellar eversion in total knee arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
This study was registered in the PROSPERO international registry (Registration ID: CRD42023440722).
View article: Efficacy of a saline wash plus vancomycin/tobramycin-doped PVA composite (PVA-VAN/TOB-P) in a mouse pouch infection model implanted with 3D-printed porous titanium cylinders
Efficacy of a saline wash plus vancomycin/tobramycin-doped PVA composite (PVA-VAN/TOB-P) in a mouse pouch infection model implanted with 3D-printed porous titanium cylinders Open
Aims The efficacy of saline irrigation for treatment of implant-associated infections is limited in the presence of porous metallic implants. This study evaluated the therapeutic efficacy of antibiotic doped bioceramic (vancomycin/tobramyc…
View article: Influence of Porosities of 3D Printed Titanium Implants on the Tensile Properties in a Rat Tendon Repair Model
Influence of Porosities of 3D Printed Titanium Implants on the Tensile Properties in a Rat Tendon Repair Model Open
BACKGROUND There is a desire in orthopaedics to have soft tissue, particularly tendon, grow into metallic implants. With the introduction of three-dimensional (3D) printed porous metal implants, we hypothesized that tendons could directly …
View article: Therapeutic Efficacy of an Erythromycin-Loaded Coaxial Nanofiber Coating in a Rat Model of S. aureus-Induced Periprosthetic Joint Infection
Therapeutic Efficacy of an Erythromycin-Loaded Coaxial Nanofiber Coating in a Rat Model of S. aureus-Induced Periprosthetic Joint Infection Open
Implant surface nanofiber (NF) coatings represent an alternative way to prevent/treat periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) via local drug release. We developed and characterized a coaxial erythromycin (EM)-doped PLGA/PCL-PVA NF coating. Th…
View article: Chemotherapy Release From Bortezomib-Impregnated Polymethylmethacrylate-Coated Intramedullary Nails: A Novel In Vitro Study for a Local Chemotherapy Delivery Device
Chemotherapy Release From Bortezomib-Impregnated Polymethylmethacrylate-Coated Intramedullary Nails: A Novel In Vitro Study for a Local Chemotherapy Delivery Device Open
Bortezomib (BAN) is a proteasome inhibitor approved for the treatment of multiple myeloma and lymphoma. Despite its efficacy in various tumor models, systemic administration can result in toxicity to healthy organs. The purpose of this stu…
View article: Irrigation Solutions Negatively Affect the Viability and Function of Human Fibroblasts: An in vitro Study
Irrigation Solutions Negatively Affect the Viability and Function of Human Fibroblasts: An in vitro Study Open
Introduction: Multiple irrigation solutions are used in orthopedic surgeries although there are limited studies on their lasting effects on human tissues. The purpose of this work was to investigate the cytotoxic effects of the irrigation …
View article: CMOS pixel sensors optimized for large ionizing dynamic
CMOS pixel sensors optimized for large ionizing dynamic Open
Monolithic active pixel sensors (MAPS) are now well established as a technology for tracking charged particles, especially when low material budget is desirable. For such applications, sensors focus on spatial resolution and pixels with di…
View article: Attachment and Growth of Fibroblasts and Tenocytes Within a Porous Titanium Scaffold: A Bioreactor Approach
Attachment and Growth of Fibroblasts and Tenocytes Within a Porous Titanium Scaffold: A Bioreactor Approach Open
While both fibroblasts and tenocytes penetrated the pores, fibroblasts preferred larger size, whereas tenocytes favored smaller size. Results are encouraging since soft-tissue attachment to a metallic scaffold is difficult but clinically d…
View article: A slow and sustained release of methotrexate (MTX) from a new polymeric dicalcium phosphate dehydrate cement (P-DCPD)
A slow and sustained release of methotrexate (MTX) from a new polymeric dicalcium phosphate dehydrate cement (P-DCPD) Open
A novel and injectable polymeric dicalcium phosphate dihydrate (P-DCPD) was developed by the reaction of acidic CPP gel with alkali TTCP that is completely different from classical DCPD. P-DCPD is mechanically strong and has excellent cohe…
View article: Properties of erythromycin‐loaded polymeric dicalcium phosphate dehydrate bone graft substitute
Properties of erythromycin‐loaded polymeric dicalcium phosphate dehydrate bone graft substitute Open
A self‐setting, injectable polymeric dicalcium phosphate dehydrate bone graft substitute that is mechanically strong and has excellent cohesion was developed. We assessed the performance of erythromycin‐loaded polymeric dicalcium phosphate…
View article: FiberWire vs FiberTape: Comparison of Bacterial Adherence in a Murine Air Pouch Wound Model
FiberWire vs FiberTape: Comparison of Bacterial Adherence in a Murine Air Pouch Wound Model Open
Background: For high–tensile strength sutures, past research has largely focused on mechanical properties or bacterial adherence across various manufacturers. Purpose: This study investigated high-tensile strength sutures with different sh…
View article: Defect Detection of Aluminium Plates Based on Near-Field Enhancement of Lamb Waves Generated Using an Electromagnetic Acoustic Tranducer
Defect Detection of Aluminium Plates Based on Near-Field Enhancement of Lamb Waves Generated Using an Electromagnetic Acoustic Tranducer Open
Ultrasonic testing is an important means to detect defacing defects, such as scratches and cracks, but when the size of these defects is smaller than the wavelength of ultrasonic waves, it is difficult to detect them using traditional meth…
View article: The Readout and Data Transmission of a Monolithic Active Pixel Sensor prototype for the CEPC Vertex Detector
The Readout and Data Transmission of a Monolithic Active Pixel Sensor prototype for the CEPC Vertex Detector Open
We present the readout and data transmission of a MAPS prototype MIC4 for the R&D of the CEPC vertex detector. A new data-driven readout architecture is implemented to achieve high spatial resolution, fast readout, and low power consumptio…
View article: Fast Measurement of Magnetostriction Coefficients for Silicon Steel Strips Using Magnetostriction-Based EMAT
Fast Measurement of Magnetostriction Coefficients for Silicon Steel Strips Using Magnetostriction-Based EMAT Open
Strain gauges and optical methods are commonly used to measure the magnetostriction coefficient of a sample. All these methods require a specific size sample and can only realize offline measurement, which is time-consuming. Therefore, we …
View article: Correction to “Corona Discharge: A Novel Approach To Fabricate Three-Dimensional Electrospun Nanofibers for Bone Tissue Engineering”
Correction to “Corona Discharge: A Novel Approach To Fabricate Three-Dimensional Electrospun Nanofibers for Bone Tissue Engineering” Open
ADVERTISEMENT RETURN TO ISSUEPREVAddition & Corre...Addition & CorrectionNEXTORIGINAL ARTICLEThis notice is a correctionCorrection to "Corona Discharge: A Novel Approach To Fabricate Three-Dimensional Electrospun Nanofibers for Bone Tissue…
View article: Isolated Tibial Component Failure in Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Case Series Evaluating Inflammatory Response versus Mechanical Failure
Isolated Tibial Component Failure in Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Case Series Evaluating Inflammatory Response versus Mechanical Failure Open
Total knee prostheses are routinely redesigned to improve performance, longevity, and to closer mimic the native kinematics of the knee. Despite continued improvements, all knee implants, even those with proven design features, have failur…
View article: Electrospinning pectin-based nanofibers: a parametric and cross-linker study
Electrospinning pectin-based nanofibers: a parametric and cross-linker study Open
Pectin, a natural biopolymer mainly derived from citrus fruits and apple peels, shows excellent biodegradable and biocompatible properties. This study investigated the electrospinning of pectin-based nanofibers. The parameters, pectin:PEO …
View article: Release of vancomycin and tobramycin from polymethylmethacrylate cements impregnated with calcium polyphosphate hydrogel
Release of vancomycin and tobramycin from polymethylmethacrylate cements impregnated with calcium polyphosphate hydrogel Open
The influence of calcium polyphosphate (CPP) gel incorporation on the release of vancomycin and tobramycin from polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) cement (Simplex P, SP) has been studied. Adding 10% CPP gel to SP led to a much lower burst rele…
View article: CD16<sup>+</sup> Monocyte Subsets in Patients with Total Joint Arthroplasty
CD16<sup>+</sup> Monocyte Subsets in Patients with Total Joint Arthroplasty Open
Objective: There are two monocyte populations in human blood: CD14+CD16- classical monocytes and CD14+CD16+ inflammatory monocytes. CD14+CD16+ inflammatory monocytes, account for approximately 10% of the total monocytes, may be expanded in…
View article: Bioencapsulation Technologies in Tissue Engineering
Bioencapsulation Technologies in Tissue Engineering Open
Bioencapsulation technologies have played an important role in the developing successes of tissue engineering. Besides offering immunoisolation, they also show promise for cell/tissue banking and the directed differentiation of stem cells,…
View article: The Chondroprotective Role of Erythromycin in a Murine Joint Destruction Model
The Chondroprotective Role of Erythromycin in a Murine Joint Destruction Model Open
Objective Inflammation is a major player in the joint destruction process. Macrolide antibiotics have recently been found to have a novel anti-inflammatory function, but their effects on the joint are unknown. Our objective was to investig…