Host Response to Biomaterials: The Impact of Host Response on Biomaterial Selection - Hardcover

Stephen F. Badylak

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0128001968 ISBN 13: 9780128001967

Publisher: Academic Press Inc, 2015

Synopsis

Host Response to Biomaterials: The Impact of Host Response on Biomaterial Selection explains the various categories of biomaterials and their significance for clinical applications, focusing on the host response to each biomaterial. It is one of the first books to connect immunology and biomaterials with regard to host response. The text also explores the role of the immune system in host response, and covers the regulatory environment for biomaterials, along with the benefits of synthetic versus natural biomaterials, and the transition from simple to complex biomaterial solutions. Fields covered include, but are not limited to, orthopaedic surgery, dentistry, general surgery, neurosurgery, urology, and regenerative medicine. * Explains the various categories of biomaterials and their significance for clinical applications* Contains a range of extensive coverage, including, but not limited to, orthopedic, surgery, dental, general surgery, neurosurgery, lower urinary tract, and regenerative medicine* Includes regulations regarding combination devices

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[ Host Response to Biomaterials: The Impact of Host Response on Biomaterial Selection By ( Author ) May-2015 Hardcover

Review:

Bridges the gap between existing immunology and biomaterials literature, helping readers make more effective and successful biomaterials for use in clinical applications

About this edition

• Publisher: Academic Press Inc
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 0128001968
• ISBN 13: 9780128001967
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 460
• Editor: Stephen F. Badylak