Development of a microporous compliant small bore vascular graft.

abstract：:Staphylococcus epidermidis plays a major role in capsular contractures of silicone breast implants. This in vitro study evaluates the antibacterial effect of copper on S. epidermidis in silicone implants. Specimens of a silicone material used for breast augmentation (Cu0) and specimens coated with different copper con...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Gosau M,Bürgers R,Vollkommer T,Holzmann T,Prantl L

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Polysulfone (PSU) composite films filled with Beta-dicalcium silicate (Beta-Ca(2)SiO(4)) particles are prepared by the solvent casting-evaporation method. The surface morphologies and mechanical properties of the films are determined. The bioactivity of the composite films is evaluated by soaking them in simulated bod...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Cheng W,Chang J

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Using a hydraulic stress simulator, the mechanical behavior of the porcine pericardium used in the construction of cardiac valve leaflets was characterized following the same procedure employed with calf pericardium in Part 1 of this study. One hundred fifty pairs of tissue samples were subjected to tensile testing to...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： García Páez JM,Carrera A,Herrero EJ,Millán I,Rocha A,Cordón A,Sainz N,Mendez J,Castillo-Olivares JL

更新日期：2001-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dicalcium phosphate dihydrate particles functionalized with triethyleneglycol dimethacrylate were synthesized and added to a photocurable mixture of bisphenol-A glycidyl dimethacrylate and triethyleneglycol dimethacrylate with the purpose of developing a resin composite capable of releasing calcium and phosphate ions ...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Rodrigues MC,Xavier TA,Arana-Chavez VE,Braga RR

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study is the development of a nerve electrode that reorganizes nerve geometry slowly and controllably. The Flat Interface Nerve Electrode (FINE) can reshape the nerve into an elongated oval and provide selective stimulation. However, the rate of closure of this electrode is difficult to control. Th...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Caparso AV,Durand DM,Mansour JM

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this paper, the authors describe a novel type of hydrogel coating prepared from the copolymer of human serum albumin and oxidized dextran. The material was designed as a hydrogel sealant for polyester (Dacron®)-based vascular grafts. Dextran was chosen as a coating material due to its anti-thrombogenic properties. ...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Lisman A,Butruk B,Wasiak I,Ciach T

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this pilot study was to evaluate the bioactive, surface-coated polycaprolactone-co-lactide scaffolds as bone implants in a tibia critical size defect model. Polycaprolactone-co-lactide scaffolds were coated with collagen type I and chondroitin sulfate and 30 piled up polycaprolactone-co-lactide scaffolds we...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Rentsch C,Schneiders W,Hess R,Rentsch B,Bernhardt R,Spekl K,Schneider K,Scharnweber D,Biewener A,Rammelt S

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Biodegradable magnesium-based implants are currently being developed for use in orthopedic applications. The aim of this study was to investigate the acute, subacute, and chronic local effects on bone tissue as well as the systemic reactions to a magnesium-based (MgYREZr-alloy) screw containing rare earth elements. Th...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Waizy H,Diekmann J,Weizbauer A,Reifenrath J,Bartsch I,Neubert V,Schavan R,Windhagen H

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The manufacture of a polyester vascular prosthesis in the southern hemisphere is a new development in the global dissemination of this maturing technology. Hence the recent introduction of the Barone Microvelour arterial graft from Argentina has highlighted the need for a comparative in vitro and in vivo study to comp...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Torché D,Guidoin R,Boyer D,Marceau D,Marois Y,Debille E,Lacombe J,King M

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Even though Ti-based implants are the most used materials for hard tissue replacement, they may present lack of osseointegration on the long term, due to their inertness. Hydrothermal treatment (HT) is a useful technique for the synthesis of firmly attached, highly crystalline coatings made of anatase titanium dioxide...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Lorenzetti M,Dakischew O,Trinkaus K,Lips KS,Schnettler R,Kobe S,Novak S

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The surface quality of coronary stents has a significant influence on its biocompatibility. Therefore, surface polishing is of paramount importance in the production and application of stents. In the present study, electropolishing is performed on 316LVM steel slotted tube coronary stents. Additionally, acid pickling,...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Raval A,Choubey A,Engineer C,Kothwala D

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Biomaterials and devices have been used in a variety of applications ranging from disposable extracorporeal devices and soft and hard tissue augmentation, to total artificial internal organs. However, there are risks and failures in each application which are a result of undesirable biological interactions. This artic...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Jayabalan M

更新日期：1993-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Magnesium-based alloys exhibit biodegradable, biocompatible and excellent mechanical properties which enable them to serve as ideal candidate biomedical materials. In particular, their biodegradable ability helps patients to avoid a second surgery. The corrosion rate, however, is too rapid to sustain the healing proce...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Chen Y,Dou J,Yu H,Chen C

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A multifunctional targeted nanoplatform combining photothermal therapy and chemotherapy has emerged as a promising strategy for comprehensive therapies of breast cancer. In this study, we constructed human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (Her2)-targeted gold nanoshelled poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) hybrid nanocaps...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Dong Q,Wan C,Yang H,Zheng D,Xu L,Zhou Z,Xie S,Du J,Li F

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The layer-by-layer technique, which allows simple preparation of polyelectrolyte multilayers, came into the focus of research for development of functionalized medical devices. Numerous literature exist that concentrate on the film build-up and the behaviour of cells on polyelectrolyte multilayers. However, in case of...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Nolte A,Hossfeld S,Schroeppel B,Mueller A,Stoll D,Walker T,Wendel HP,Krastev R

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the present study, a novel hydrogel-grafted fabrics embedding of berberine nanosuspension was developed for the treatment of infected wound. Hydrogel-grafted fabric was prepared by graft copolymerization of N-isopropylacrylamide and alginate using ceric ammonium nitrate as initiator. Berberine nanosuspension was pr...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Xu H,Yuan XD,Shen BD,Han J,Lv QY,Dai L,Lin MG,Yu C,Bai JX,Yuan HL

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The setup of colloidal hybrid nanosystems based on biomimetic calcium phosphate apatites doped with europium ions has recently raised great interest in the pharmacological community, especially due to their bio-inspired character. This is especially relevant in relation with medical imaging for cancer diagnosis. Quest...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Al-Kattan A,Santran V,Dufour P,Dexpert-Ghys J,Drouet C

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study aims the in vivo biological characterization of an innovative minocycline delivery system, based on polymethylmethacrylate bone cement. Bone cements containing 1% or 2.5% (w/w) minocycline were formulated and evaluated through solid-state characterization. Biological evaluation was conducted in vivo, within...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Silva T,Silva JC,Colaco B,Gama A,Duarte-Araújo M,Fernandes MH,Bettencourt A,Gomes P

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Biodegradable sponges, as a promising hemostatic biomaterial, has been clinically required over the past decades. Current hemostatic sponges are generally prepared by crosslinking and freeze-drying, but the quality control or biocompatibility is often unsatisfactory due to the freezing-caused morphological non-uniform...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Jiang X,Wang Y,Fan D,Zhu C,Liu L,Duan Z

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Devices such as contact lenses and collagen shields have been used to improve the antibiotic bioavailability of eye drops formulations in the treatment of ulcerative keratitis. Nevertheless, these devices are not sustained drug delivery systems, and a combination with eye drops is necessary. In animal patients, it req...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Daza JHU,Righetto GM,Chaud MV,da Conceição Amaro Martins V,Lopes Baratella da Cunha Camargo I,Maria de Guzzi Plepis A

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effect of hybrid material-graphene flakes with Fe3O4 nanospheres (GO-Fe3O4), graphene oxide (GO) and magnetite nanospheres (Fe3O4) in rotating magnetic field on mammalian cells metabolism has been studied. Several reports shown that exposure to magnetic field may have influence on cellular membrane permeability. T...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Urbas K,Jedrzejczak-Silicka M,Rakoczy R,Zaborski D,Mijowska E

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The controlled release of insulin from a series of biodegradable hybrid hydrogel network containing dextran derivative of allyl isocyanate (dex-AI) and poly (D,L) lactide diacrylate macromer (PDLLAM) over a wide range of composition ratio was investigated. Laser confocal scanning microscope was used to understand the ...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Zhang Y,Chu CC

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cellulose acetate phthalate and Pluronic F-127 combined together (70:30 wt:wt) create a rigid, surface-eroding association polymer. To impart flexibility into the polymer system and allow for a drug delivery film that can contour to varying wound shapes, plasticizers were added. Triethyl citrate or tributyl citrate wa...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Rabek CL,Van Stelle R,Dziubla TD,Puleo DA

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bioimaging at a subcellular resolution to label cytoplasm and nucleus in living cell by just one photoluminescent nanoparticle has great application potential in bioresearch, preclinical diagnosis, screening, and image-guided therapy of life-threatening diseases. Herein, we report a novel arginine (Arg) functionalized...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Zhang J,Yan J,Yang Q,Yan Y,Li S,Wang L,Li C,Lei B,Yang G,He W

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this study, a novel bilayer scaffold composed of electrospun polycaprolactone and poly(lacto-co-glycolic acid) (PCL/PLGA) membrane and glutaraldehyde (3.5% v/v) cross-linked chitosan/gelatin hydrogel was fabricated using two methods: electrospinning of the membrane onto the lyophilized hydrogel (BS-1) and membrane ...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Franco RA,Min YK,Yang HM,Lee BT

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This investigation describes the synthesis and in vitro evaluation of cationic hydrogel sub-microparticles based on polydimethylaminoethylmethacrylate for oral insulin delivery. Polymerization of dimethylaminoethylmethacrylate was carried out in aqueous medium with potassium persulfate as the initiator. Quaternization...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Sonia TA,Sharma CP

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this investigation is to study the effect of long-term subcutaneous aluminum polymeric implants on aluminum release and accumulation in various tissues in rats. The implants were formulated using silicone rubber and polyurethane polymers and three different aluminum salts. The polymeric matrices were ev...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Pathak YV,Vanmeeteren R,Dwivedi C

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reconstruction of critical sized bone injuries is a major problem that continues to inspire the design of new materials and grafts. Natural ceramics (hydroxyapatite (HA) coralline HA, or synthetic HA) and β-tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP) are being explored for use as scaffolds in bone tissue engineering, among several o...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Reddy S,Wasnik S,Guha A,Kumar JM,Sinha A,Singh S

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Polypropylene meshes are standard for hernia repair. Matrix metalloproteinases play a central role in inflammation. To reduce the inflammatory response and improve remodelling with an associated reduction of hernia recurrence, we modified polypropylene meshes by nanofibre coating and saturation with the broad-spectrum...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Böhm G,Groll J,Heffels KH,Heussen N,Ink P,Alizai HP,Neumann UP,Schnabel R,Mirastschijski U

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The process of molecular self-assembly plays a crucial role in formulation of polymeric nanoparticulated drug delivery carriers as it creates the possibility for enhanced drug encapsulation and carrier surface engineering. This study aimed to develop a novel self-assembled polymeric micelles for targeted delivery in t...

journal_title：Journal of biomaterials applications

authors： Djurdjic B,Dimchevska S,Geskovski N,Petrusevska M,Gancheva V,Georgiev G,Petrov P,Goracinova K

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00