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1 online resource (xi, 484 pages) : illustrations |
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Includes bibliographical references and index. |
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Print version record. |
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This book introduces a subject that has profound impact on human health and considerable economic importance. The issues addressed include the biology, medical applications, markets, regulation, and ethical issues involved in biomaterials science. This spectrum of issues reflects the interdisciplinary nature of the field. Key Features * Provides a strong, cohesive compilation unlike any other currently on the market * Covers the entire spectrum of biomaterials and their use in medicine * Contributions of leaders in the biomaterials field. |
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Electronic reproduction. [S.l.] : HathiTrust Digital Library, 2010. MiAaHDL |
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Master and use copy. Digital master created according to Benchmark for Faithful Digital Reproductions of Monographs and Serials, Version 1. Digital Library Federation, December 2002. http://purl.oclc.org/DLF/benchrepro0212 MiAaHDL |
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| Contents |
Front Cover; Biomaterials Science: An Introduction to Materials in Medicine; Copyright Page; Table of Contents; Contributors; Preface; Biomaterials Science: An Interdisciplinary Endeavor; A Very Short History of Biomaterials; Biomaterials Science; Examples of Biomaterials Applications; Characteristics of Biomaterials Science; Subjects Integral to Biomaterials Science; Biomaterials Literature; Summary; References; Part I: Materials Science and Engineering; Chapter 1. Properties of Materials; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 Bulk Properties of Materials; 1.3 Surface Properties of Materials; Conclusions |
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AcknowledgmentBibliography; Chapter 2. Classes of Materials Used in Medicine; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Metals; 2.3 Polymers; 2.4 Hydrogels; 2.5 Bioresorbable and Bioerodible Materials; 2.6 Ceramics, Glasses, and Glass-Ceramics; 2.7 Natural Materials; 2.8 Composites; 2.9 Thin Films, Grafts, and Coatings; 2.10 Fabrics; 2.11 Biologically Functional Materials; Conclusions; Bibliography; Part II: Biology, Biochemistry, and Medicine; Chapter 3. Some Background Concepts; 3.1 Introduction; 3.2 Proteins: Structure, Properties, and Adsorption to Surfaces |
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3.3 Cells: Their Surfaces and Interactions with Materials3.4 Tissues; Conclusions; Bibliography; Chapter 4. Host Reactions to Biomaterials and Their Evaluation; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Inflammation, Wound Healing, and the Foreign Body Response; 4.3 Immunology and the Complement System; 4.4 Systemic Toxicity and Hypersensitivity; 4.5 Blood Coagulation and Blood-Materials Interactions; 4.6 Tumorigenesis and Biomaterials; 4.7 Implant-Associated Infection; Bibliography; Chapter 5. Testing Biomaterials; 5.1 Introduction; 5.2 In Vitro Assessment of Tissue Compatibility |
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5.3 In Vivo Assessment of Tissue Compatibility5.4 Testing of Blood-Materials Interactions; 5.5 Animal Models; Bibliography; Chapter 6. Degradation of Materials in the Biological Environment; 6.1 Introduction; 6.2 Chemical and Biochemical Degradation of Polymers; 6.3 Degradative Effects of the Biological Environment on Metals and Ceramics; 6.4 Mechanical Breakdown in the Biological Environment; 6.5 Pathologic Calcification of Biomaterials; Conclusions; Acknowledgments; Bibliography; Chapter 7. Application of Materials in Medicine and Dentistry; 7.1 Introduction; 7.2 Cardiovascular Applications |
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7.3 Nonthrombogenic Treatments and Strategies7.4 Dental Implants; 7.5 Adhesives and Sealants; 7.6 Ophthalmologic Applications; 7.7 Orthopedic Applications; 7.8 Drug Delivery Systems; 7.9 Sutures; 7.10 Burn Dressings; 7.11 Bioelectrodes; 7.12 Biomedical Sensors and Biosensors; Summary; Acknowledgments; Bibliography; Chapter 8. Artificial Organs; 8.1 Introduction; 8.2 Implantable Pneumatic Artificial Hearts; Bibliography; Part III: Practical Aspects of Biomaterials; Chapter 9. Implants and Devices; 9.1 Introduction; 9.2 Sterilization of Implants; 9.3 Cardiovascular Implantation |
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English. |
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Biomedical materials.
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Biocompatible Materials |
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Biomatériaux.
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Biomedical.
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MEDICAL -- Family & General Practice.
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MEDICAL -- Allied Health Services -- Medical Technology.
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MEDICAL -- Biotechnology.
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MEDICAL -- Lasers in Medicine.
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Biomedical materials
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Aufsatzsammlung
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Biomaterial
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Biomaterialen.
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Polymeren.
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| Added Author |
Ratner, B. D. (Buddy D.), 1947-
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Biomaterials science. San Diego : Academic Press, ©1996 0125824602 (DLC) 96019088 (OCoLC)34677281 |
| ISBN |
0585470391 (electronic bk.) |
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9780585470399 (electronic bk.) |
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0125824610 |
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9780125824613 |
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0125824602 |
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9780125824606 |
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0080500145 |
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9780080500140 |
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AU@ 000050561530 |
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CHBIS 005828560 |
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CHVBK 168655187 |
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DEBBG BV023110932 |
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NZ1 10534074 |
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DEBBG BV042310698 |
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