Stereological tools for quantitative assessment of microporosities and microcracks in biomechanics of calcified and soft tissues

Abstract

First, the paper gives a review on quantitative microscopical assessment of porosities in compact bone. Second, it deals with methods used for evaluation of mechanical parameters in biological tissues.

Third, a method for histological quantification of drop shatter and ultimate strength tests is presented.

Keywords

• biomechanics
• bone
• microscopy
• morphometry
• smooth muscle
• stereology
• ultimate strength