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 todays bioengineering professionals the basic science engineering and practical medical experience needed to meet the ever-growing demand for new and better biomaterials.