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Author(s): Sabu Thomas, Phil Coates, Ben Whiteside, Blessy K. Joseph, Karthik Nair
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“Advanced Technologies and Polymer Materials for Surgical Sutures” is a specialized book that focuses on the development, application, and advancements in the materials and technologies used to produce surgical sutures. The book provides an in-depth analysis of polymer materials and their role in enhancing the performance, biocompatibility, and effectiveness of sutures in modern surgical practices.
Top Features:
- Focus on Advanced Materials: In-depth exploration of cutting-edge polymer materials used in surgical sutures, including biodegradable, biocompatible, and antimicrobial polymers that enhance healing and reduce infection.
- Biodegradability and Biocompatibility: Highlights the importance of sutures that can be safely absorbed by the body, improving patient outcomes and reducing the need for suture removal.
- Innovative Suture Technologies: Discusses smart sutures with embedded sensors or drug delivery capabilities, offering advanced wound monitoring and therapeutic options during the healing process.
- Interdisciplinary Approach: Combines insights from materials science, biomedical engineering, and clinical surgery to present a holistic understanding of how polymer sutures perform in real-world surgical settings.
- Sustainability and Eco-Friendly Materials: Explores the development of sustainable polymers for sutures, addressing environmental concerns while maintaining the high performance required in medical applications.
- Clinical Case Studies: Includes examples and case studies from various surgical disciplines, such as cardiovascular, orthopedic, and plastic surgery, showing the practical application of advanced suture materials.
- Future Trends and Research: Provides insights into emerging technologies and future innovations in suture materials, positioning the reader at the forefront of ongoing advancements in surgical technology.
These features make the book an essential resource for anyone interested in the intersection of polymer science and surgical technology, offering insights into the future of surgical sutures.
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