Kryptonite Bone Cement from Doctors Research Group, the alternative to PMMA

KRYPTONITE™ Bone Cement is non-toxic, with bone-like mechanical properties composed of naturally occurring fatty acids and calcium carbonate. The unique properties of KRYPTONITE™ Bone Cement make it well suited for cranial applications and distinguish it from PMMA and tricalcium phosphate/hydroxyapatite based products.

KRYPTONITE™ Bone Cement can be mixed and delivered by hand or utilizing a number of commercially available mixing systems.

		Adhesive – Functional chemical groups within the liquid components are available to react with organic and inorganic parts of bone.
		Porous – The polymerization process releases carbon dioxide, forming internal pores in the range of 0.1 to 0.7mm in diameter and comprising approximately 50% of KRYPTONITE™ Bone Cement’s final volume.
		Bone-Like Properties – KRYPTONITE™ Bone Cement mimics natural bone in its mechanical properties (strength, stiffness), structure (porosity) and workability (drill, cut, burr).
		Low Exotherm – In contrast to PMMA products, KRYPTONITE™ Bone Cement exhibits a very low exotherm throughout the curing process. PMMA can exceed temperatures of 200°F during its curing cycle while KRYPTONITE™ Bone Cement cures at approximately 110°F. A low exotherm can substantially reduce the risk of local tissue necrosis during polymerization.
		Non-Toxic –The biocompatibility, safety and stability of KRYPTONITE™ Bone Cement has been evaluated in accordance with FDA/ISO10993 guidelines and the product was found to be non-toxic and safe to use with no special precautions for either the patient or the operating room staff.