Ebook: Biotextiles as medical implants

Textiles play a vital role in the manufacture of various medical implants including the replacement of diseased or non-functioning parts of the body. Biotextiles as medical implants provides an invaluable single source of information on the main types of textile materials and products used for medical implants. Chapters in the first part of the book are concerned with the manufacture, properties and types of biotextiles used for medical applications, while the second part of the book provides a concise overview of the various medical applications of biotextiles, including stents, drug delivery systems and medical sutures. The book is an invaluable reference for manufacturers, designers, producers of textile implant materials. It will also be of interest to professionals within the healthcare industry, including scientists, nurses and students.