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These results show the enormous potential in-silico tools have on treatments
related to bone regeneration. The new developments in cellular, molecular and
computational technologies will help to improve the treatment of pathologies related
to bone formation. Therefore, engineers may play a crucial role in this emerging
field since accurate simulations of the process and patient specific models can help
the surgeon for a more precise performance. However, we have to be cautious since
there are still many limitations that must be overcome.
Acknowledgements
The authors gratefully acknowledge the research support of the project part
financed by the European Union (European Regional Development Fund) through the grant DPI
2009-14115-C03-01.
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