Journal of Bone and Joint Infection
Journal of Bone and Joint Infection
JBJI
Articles | Volume 10, issue 6
Articles | Volume 10, issue 6
https://doi.org/10.5194/jbji-10-581-2025
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https://doi.org/10.5194/jbji-10-581-2025
© Author(s) 2025. This work is distributed under
the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Articles | Volume 10, issue 6
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09 Dec 2025
Original full-length article |  | 09 Dec 2025

Evaluation of bacterial adherence and biofilm development on an anodized stainless-steel surface for the prevention of osteosynthesis-associated infections

Marina Medel-Plaza, María Angeles Arenas, John J. Aguilera-Correa, Amber De Bleeckere, Aranzazu Mediero, Ignacio García, Juan J. De Damborenea, Jaime Esteban, Tom Coenye, and Ana Conde

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We have developed and evaluated an anodized stainless-steel surface treatment that significantly reduced bacterial adherence and biofilm formation by pathogens linked to orthopedic implant infections. Using laboratory conditions that mimic the human joint environment, our findings suggest that this surface treatment could enhance implant safety by preventing infection-related complications.
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