Abstract
In the face of antibiotic resistance, new antibacterial methods are urgently needed for bone infections. Local delivery of therapeutic metal ions via osteogenic nanoparticles (NPs) is a viable alternative, but high concentrations risk toxicity to mammalian cells. In this study first four ions (Mg2+, Sr2+, Cu2+, Zn2+) were assessed for cytocompatibility and antibacterial properties. Only zinc ions showed antibacterial effects at non-toxic levels. Subsequently, zinc-doped hydroxyapatite nanoparticles (ZnHA NPs) were synthesized with varying zinc content (0–20 mol%). ZnHA NPs were characterized on size, morphology, composition, and antibacterial activity, with 15 mol% ZnHA NPs exhibiting the optimal balance between cytocompatibility and antibacterial efficacy. These NPs show promise as deliverable biomaterials for bone infection treatment.
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