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Application of biomaterial titanium alloy as an osseointegration prosthesis: Literature review

Hiba Nazar Ahmed , Dunya Abdul Sahib Hamdi
Published2026-06-30
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Abstract

Osseointegration prosthetic limbs are garnering considerable interest from both professionals and patients. Titanium alloy implant prostheses provide superior performance compared to conventional socket-based prostheses in mobility, comfort, tactile perception, and overall patient satisfaction, thereby improving a patient's independence and comfort. Osseo Sense is an important aspect that enables the patient to perceive enhanced tactile sensations with the prosthesis compared to a conventional socket. Moreover, osseointegration is challenged by limitations that require continuous investigation, including infection and periprosthetic fracture. This study offers an extensive review of the literature on osseointegrated prostheses, highlighting their advantages and limitations, the various systems utilizing this concept, the surgical techniques employed, the application of surface modifications, and the selection of suitable materials for different implant systems. Moreover, it is essential to continuously enhance titanium alloys, such as Ti-13Nb-13Zr, to resolve current implant-related issues. This study emphasizes the necessity for increased multidisciplinary research and the potential usefulness of the implant system once existing limitations are resolved. This study offers an alternative perspective on osseointegration, clarifying the latest developments in the field.

Keywords Titanium Alloy medical implant bone-anchored prosthetics surface treatment Ti13Nb13Zr Alloy osseointegration

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Hiba Nazar Ahmed

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Dunya Abdul Sahib Hamdi

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Ahmed, H. & Hamdi, D. (2026). Application of biomaterial titanium alloy as an osseointegration prosthesis: Literature review. Samarra Journal of Engineering Science and Research, 4(2), 1-21. https://doi.org/10.65115/r1q4jk03

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