A biomaterial intended for use as a long- term replacement of a bone must .

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A long-term replacement of a bone must have sufficient rigidity for mechanical support, be chemically inert to prevent reactions with surrounding tissues, not degrade over time to maintain its mechanical properties, and not cause an immune response to prevent rejection by the host. Therefore, all of these qualities are necessary for a biomaterial intended for use as a long-term replacement of a bone.

A Biomaterial Intended for Use as a Long- Term Replacement