Title:
Biomedical surfaces
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Series:
Engineering in medicine & biology
Publication Information:
London : Artech House, 2008
Physical Description:
xviii, 270 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
ISBN:
9781596932401
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Library | Item Barcode | Call Number | Material Type | Item Category 1 | Status |
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Searching... | 30000010183221 | R857.M3 R36 2008 | Open Access Book | Book | Searching... |
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Summary
Summary
The success of artificial joints and other implants is influenced by the constant interactions that take place between implant surfaces and living tissues. This book discusses biomedical surface attributes and addresses design issues involving materials in contact with biofluids, as in heart valves and dialysis machines.
Table of Contents
| Introduction |
| The Adsorption of (Bio)macromolecules |
| Haemocompatibility |
| Lubrication |
| Cells and Tissues |
| Drug Delivery Surfaces |
| Prospects for Smart and Nano Materials |
