This book presents an introduction to biomaterials with the focus on the current development and future direction of biomaterials and medical devices research a

are then selected and must meet the general 'biocompatibility' require ments. Prototypes are built and tested to include biocompatibility evalua tions based on

All biomaterials and medical devices are subject to a long list of regulatory practises and policies which must be adhered to in order to receive clearance. Thi

Despite advances in materials and sterilisation, patients who receive biomaterials of medical device implants are still at risk of developing an infection aroun

The effective sterilisation of any material or device to be implanted in or used in close contact with the human body is essential for the elimination of harmfu