Overall, similar macrophage activities were observed around BAG and �-TCP
granules. However, temporarily increased foreign body giant cell (FBGCs)
accumulation was observed after implantation of hASC seeded �-TCP
granules as compared to BAG granules at week 4.
G1 � G4 = groups 1 - 4; arrows with asterisks indicates statistical differences
between BAG and �-TCP.