UHMWPE biomaterials handbook : ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene in total joint replacement and medical devices
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Bibliographic Information
UHMWPE biomaterials handbook : ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene in total joint replacement and medical devices
（Plastics Design Library series）
W. Andrew, an imprint of Elsevier, c2016
3rd ed
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Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene biomaterials handbook
The UHMWPE handbook
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Revison of: The UHMWPE handbook / Steven M. Kurtz. c2004
Includes bibliographical references and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
UHMWPE Biomaterials Handbook, Third Edition, describes the science, development, properties, and application of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) used in artificial joints. UHMWPE is now the material of choice for joint replacements, and is increasingly being used in fibers for sutures. This book is a one-stop reference for information on this advanced material, covering both introductory topics and the most advanced developments.
The third edition adds six new chapters on a range of topics, including the latest in anti-oxidant technologies for stabilizing HXLPE and up-to-date systematic reviews of the clinical literature for HXLPE in hips and knees. The book chronicles the rise and fall of all-metal hip implants, as well as the increased use of ceramic biomaterials and UHMWPE for this application. This book also brings orthopedic researchers and practitioners up to date on the stabilization of UHMWPE with antioxidants, as well as the choices of antioxidant available for practitioners.
The book also thoroughly assesses the clinical performance of HXLPE, as well as alternative bearings in knee replacement and UHMWPE articulations with polyether ether ketone (PEEK).
Written and edited by the top experts in the field of UHMWPE, this is the only state-of-the-art reference for professionals, researchers, and clinicians working with this material.
Table of Contents
PART 1: Polyethylene Biomaterials FoundationsPART II: UHMWPE and Alternative Bearings in OrthopedicsPART III: UHMWPE BiomaterialsPART IV: Scientific, Biologic, and Engineering Aspects of UHMWPE
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