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Materials for biomedical applications
Author(s) -
Le May I.,
Lappi V. G.,
White W. E.
Publication year - 1975
Publication title -
polymer engineering and science
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.503
H-Index - 111
eISSN - 1548-2634
pISSN - 0032-3888
DOI - 10.1002/pen.760151105
Subject(s) - materials science , ceramic , compatibility (geochemistry) , construction engineering , nanotechnology , forensic engineering , biomedical engineering , mechanical engineering , metallurgy , composite material , engineering
The various materials used in biomedical applications, viz., metals and alloys, polymers, ceramics, and composites, are reviewed, and their respective areas of application discussed. Problems of compatibility with tissue and body fluids are reviewed and the performance of the various materials systems examined. Some examples of failure of implanted devices are shown, and the need for careful control of quality as well as of material specification is emphasized. Finally, the importance of close cooperation between medical, engineering and metallurgical specialists in this area is noted, together with the requirement of a better knowledge of materials on the part of the surgical personnel involved.