Biomaterials Engineering and Devices: Human Applications Vol. 1Volume 1: Fundamentals and Vascular and Carrier Applications |
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| Editor:
| Wise, Donald L.
Trantolo, Debra J.
Lewandrowski, Kai-Uwe
Gresser, Joseph D.
Cattaneo, Mario V. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-59259-196-1 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2000 |
| Publisher: | Humana Press
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| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $219.00 |
Book Description:
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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...
More DescriptionAuthoritative 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.