Biomedical Applications of Polymers

Wang. P. Y In Biomedical Application of Polymers, Polymer Science and Technology, New York Plenum Press, 1975, voi. 7, p. Ill... 

Therefore, we hope to discuss the polymerization mechanism and polymerizability of bicyclic compounds containing oxygen atoms and their relation to the monomer and polymer structures. Finally, some biomedical application of polymers will be mentioned. 

Biomedical Applications of Polymer/Silver Composite Nanoflbers... 

Interest in biomedical applications of polymers dates back over 50 years. This interest is due in part to the fact that most biomaterials present in the human body are macromolecules (proteins, nucleic acids, etc.). When tissues or organs containing such materials need complete or partial replacement, it is logical to replace them with synthetic polymeric materials whenever natural replacement materials are not readily available. Although ceramics and metals can be used in certain cases, most biomedical applications require the use of some synthetic polymer or a modified natural macromolecule. Several recent books describe the range of biomedical applications of polymers (2-12). 

Biomedical Applications of Polymers" Gregor, H. P., Ed. Plenum New York, 1975. 

Other biomedical applications of polymers include sustained and controlled drug delivery formulations for implantation, transdermal and trans-cornealuses, intrauterine devices, etc. (6, 7). Major developments have been reported recently on the use of biomaterials for skin replacement (8), reconstruction of vocal cords (9), ophthalmic applications such as therapeutic contact lenses, artificial corneas, intraocular lenses, and vitreous implants (10), craniofacial, maxillofacial, and related replacements in reconstructive surgery (I), and neurostimulating and other electrical-stimulating electrodes (I). Orthopedic applications include artificial tendons (II), prostheses, long bone repair, and articular cartilage replacement (I). Finally, dental materials and implants (12,13) are also often considered as biomaterials. 

Jagur-Grodzinski J (2003) Biomedical applications of polymers, e-polymers 012... 

Gregor, H.P., ed., "Biomedical Applications of Polymers," Plenum Publ. Corp., New York, 1975. 

S. Ramakrishna, J. Mayer, E. Wintermantel, K.W. Leong, Biomedical applications of polymer-composite materials a review. Compos. Sci. Technol. 61 (2001) 1189-1224. 

CD Platsoukas. Biomedical applications of polymer particle.s with emphasis on cell separation. In El-Aasser M. S., Ficth R. M. ed.s. Future directions in polymer colloids. Dordrecht Martin us Nijhoff. 1987. p 321. 

My recent research interest (1970-1975) has been concentrated into the biomedical applications of polymers for instance, artificial trachea made of collagen-coated polymer membrane. To improve biocompatibility of the material surface, soluble... 

Future biomedical applications of polymers will certainly profit from the design of new biomimetic polymers, which allow a specific interaction with living cells and tissues. Recent developments in this field not only demonstrate the advantages of these custom-designed polymers, but also highlight the still-existing limitations, like the difficulty to achieve cell selectivity or unspecific interaaions with biological fluids. Nevertheless, biomimetic polymers are already used in many clinical applications and can therefore be considered as one of the most important fields of current medical advances. 

Muxin, L Ragheb, AN Zelisko, PM Brook, MA. in Biomedical Applications of Polymer Colloids., Chapter 11, Elaissari, A. (Ed.), 2003, Mercel Dekker Inc. 

Volume 7 BIOMEDICAL APPLICATIONS OF POLYMERS Edited by Harry P. Gregor... 

III. Biomedical Applications of Polymer Micro- and Nanocarriers Loaded... 

III. BIOMEDICAL APPLICATIONS OF POLYMER MICRO- AND NANOCARRIERS LOADED WITH BIOMATERIALS... 

Ramakrishna S, Mayer J, Wintermantel E and Leong K W (2001), Biomedical applications of polymer-composite materials A review . Comp Sci Tech, 61,1189-1224. 

Ramakrishna, S., Mayer, J., Wintermantel, E. Leong, K., W. 2001. Biomedical applications of polymer-composite materials a review. Composites Science and Technology, 61, 36. 

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