As polymer networks infiltrated with water, hydrogels constitute the major components of the
human body; and hydrogels have been widely used in applications that closely interact with …

Hydrogels—natural or synthetic polymer networks that swell in water—can be made
mechanically, chemically and electrically compatible with living tissues. There has been …

Orthopedic implants are routinely used for fixation of fractures, correction of deformities, joint
replacements, and soft tissue anchorage. Different biomaterials have been engineered for …

Orthopaedic devices are the most common surgical devices associated with implant-related
infections and Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) is the most common causative pathogen …

Implanted biomaterials play a key role in current success of orthopedic and trauma surgery.
However, implant-related infections remain among the leading reasons for failure with high …

It is expected that the projected increased usage of implantable devices in medicine will
result in a natural rise in the number of infections related to these cases. Some patients are …

Bioimplant engineering aims to mature biological alternatives to restore, retain, or modify
damaged tissues and/or the functionality of organs. Remarkable advancements in modern …

Orthopaedic implants are recognised as important therapeutic devices in the successful
clinical management of a wide range of orthopaedic conditions. However, implant-related …

Titanium (Ti) and its alloys have been demonstrated over the last decades to play an
important role as inert materials in the field of orthopedic and dental implants. Nevertheless …

Natural hydrogels are widely used as biomedical materials in many areas, including drug
delivery, tissue scaffolds, and particularly wound dressings, where they can act as an …