A collection of 19 articles reviewing the uses of biocompatible materials such as polymers and metals in or on the human body. The general subject areas include biomaterials and biocompatibility studies, case studies of orthopedic biomaterials, biomedical applications of biomaterials, and functional biomaterials. These areas of discussion detail specific research into bacterial adhesion, biopolymer alloy for surgical plates, bone cement, biomaterial considerations for cardiac prostheses and in vascular surgery, and skin repair with cultured cells and biopolymers. The application oriented papers integrate basic science, engineering, and medical experiences to address biomaterial behavior and quality control. Includes photographs and illustrations. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
Nineteen cutting-edge articles by leading practitioners review critical issues concerning biocompatible materials-polymers, metals, and other materials-used in or on the human body. Topics range from biopolymers used in controlled release drug delivery systems and synthetic burn-wound dressings to specific orthopedic devices. Each application-oriented article integrates basic science, engineering and medical experience with discussions of quality control. The contributors offer a wealth of valuable data and experience to materials scientists, research engineers, and academic physicians and surgeons. Their many examples provide rich insights into our experience today with a broad spectrum of modern biomaterials applications.
