Biomaterials Engineering and Devices: Human Applications
Volume 1: Fundamentals and Vascular and Carrier Applications
- Editore:
Humana Press
- EAN:
9780896038585
- ISBN:
0896038580
- Pagine:
- 364
- Formato:
- Hardback
- Lingua:
- Inglese
Descrizione Biomaterials Engineering and Devices: Human Applications
Authoritative international experts comprehensively review many current state-of-the-art uses of polymers, metals, and ceramics in the human body. A veritable encyclopedia of valuable data and experience, this volume not only fully addresses the major issues of compatibility and functionality, but also provides a technical treatise on the design and evaluation of biomaterials for vascular application and on biomaterials as carriers for bioactive agents. A second volume, Biomaterials Engineering and Devices: Human Applications, Volume 2 is devoted to biomaterials for dental applications, bony biomaterials for grafting applications, and orthopedic fixtures and cements. Extensively illustrated and referenced, Biomaterials Engineering and Devices: Human Applications, Volume 1: Fundamentals and Vascular and Carrier Applications integrates for today's bioengineering professionals the basic science, engineering, and practical medical experience needed to meet the ever-growing demand for new and better biomaterials.
