Description
Book SynopsisExplores Biomedical Science from a Unique Perspective
Biomaterials: A Basic Introduction is a definitive resource for students entering biomedical or bioengineering disciplines. This text offers a detailed exploration of engineering and materials science, and examines the boundary and relationship between the two. Based on the authorâs course lecture notes and many years of research, it presents students with the knowledge needed to select and design biomaterials used in medical devices. Placing special emphasis on metallic, ceramic, polymeric, and composite biomaterials, it explains the difference between materials science and materials engineering, introduces basic concepts and principles, and analyzes the critically important properties of biomaterials.
Explains Complex Theories Using Aspects of Daily Life
This text provides an appropriate balance between depth and broadness of coverage, and offers an
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"Very comprehensive… The text is easy to read and ideal as an introductory text."
—Anthony McGoron, Florida International University, Miami, USA
"This textbook provides a logically structured approach to understanding biomaterial applications. The diagrams, pictures, and examples allow the reader to easily understand this complex topic."
—Peter Wawrow, St. Clair College, Windsor, Ontario, Canada
"This book is the most complete and thorough textbook on biomaterials I have had the chance to evaluate/read. It covers the basics of materials science and provide important insights on all the aspects relevant to the biomaterials field. Topics are presented and described in an accessible fashion, making this piece of work a valuable textbook for undergraduate (but also graduate) courses."
—Fabio Variola, University of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Table of ContentsPart I. Biomaterials Science. Biomaterials Science and Engineering. Toxicity and Corrosion. Mechanical Properties of Biomaterials. Metallic Biomaterials in Orthopedic Implants. Metallic Biomaterials: Miscellaneous Others. Bioinert Ceramics. Bioactive and Bioresorbable Ceramics. Polymeric Biomaterials: Fundamentals. Bioinert Polymers. Bioresorbable Polymers. Composite Biomaterials. Part II. Medical Science. Medicine and Medical Science. Human Anatomy And Diseases I: Integumentary, Skeletal, Muscular, Nervous, and Endocrine Systems. Human Anatomy And Diseases II: Cardiovascular System. Human Anatomy And Diseases III : Respiratory, Lymphatic, Digestive, Urinary, and Reproductive Systems. Cells and Biomolecules. Histology and Tissue Properties I: Epithelial, Neuronal, and Muscle Tissue. Histology and Tissue Properties II: Connective Tissues. Immune System and Body Responses to Biomaterials. Evaluation of Biomaterials. Regulation of Medical Devices. Activities. Simple Questions in Class. Problems and Exercises. Bibliography. Index.
