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Advances in Biomaterials for Medical Device Applications
Frost & Sullivan, Dec 2006, Pages: 90
This Frost & Sullivan research service titled Advances in Biomaterials for Medical Device Applications provides developments in the medical device industry. In this study, Expert analysts thoroughly examine the following technologies: polymers, metals, composites and ceramics.
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Technologies
The following technologies are covered in this research:
-Polymers
-Metals
-Composites
-Ceramics
Technology Overview
Growing Awareness Leads to Advances in Biomaterials
Recent advances in the field of biomaterials science and engineering have altered the concept of surgery in the healthcare industry. Traditional materials such as metals, ceramics, and synthetic polymers were bio-inert but biomaterials are designed to provide biological functions as much as possible by mimicking natural tissue structures. 'Biomaterials are the basic principle behind the development of any medical devices and implants,' according to the analyst of the study. 'The advancements in the field of biomaterials is attributed to the advances in various divisions of medical industry such as cell biology, wound healing, and targeted drug effects.'
The awareness within the industry in using biomaterials instead of usual traditional materials is growing, and as a result an increasing number of advanced biomaterials are being developed to meet the current and future needs in biology and medicine. It is important to note that some of the latest developments in biocompatible materials and coatings are to minimize the risk of device failure or adverse immune reactions.
Better Understanding of Polymer Properties and Widespread Uptake Leads to Increased Advances in Biomaterials
Permanent implants that use traditional materials lack resorption properties. As a result, the implanted material runs the risk of rejection by the body after some time. These devices generally have a poor rate of attachment to the infected part and hence, move around and could even damage the surrounding tissues. If however, bio-resorbable materials are used in implants, these materials undergo natural resorption after they serve their purpose. This helps eliminate the various complications associated with the permanent implants. Biomaterials, with their enhanced resorption properties, are in increased demand and this in turn encourages research in this field.
The practice of developing medical devices using biomaterials has been in place for decades. The choices of biomaterials were typically limited to metals, but in the past five to ten years, the availability of novel materials for this process has rapidly increased. 'The key driver for the increased use of polymers in device development is their ability to be manufactured by a wide range of techniques,' explains the analyst. 'Polymers possess characteristics that significantly outperform traditional materials in the human body and these include mechanical properties that can be tailored to meet specific needs which boosts demand for biodevices.'
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