Polymeric Biomaterials

Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute on Biopolymers, Izmir, Turkey, August 27-September 5, 1984

Inhalt

Applications of Synthetic Polymeric Biomaterials in Medicine and Biotechnology.- In-Vitro and In-Vivo Test Methods for Assessing Bloodcompatibility.- In-Vivo Biocompatibility Studies: Perspectives on the Evaluation of Biomedical Polymer Biocompatibility.- Physicochemical Characteristics of Biopolymers.- Biodegradable Polymers for Medical Purposes.- Tailor Made Composite Materials for Biomedical Use.- Synthetic Polymeric Membranes: Classification, Preparation, Structure and Transport Mechanisms.- Synthetic Polymeric Membranes: Separation Via Membranes.- Synthetic Polymeric Membranes: Biological Applications.- Biopolymers in Controlled Release Systems.- Hydrogels in Controlled Drug Delivery.- Controlled Drug Delivery with Colloidal Polymeric Sytems.- Bioadhesive Intraoral Release Systems.- Artificial Skin: A Fifth Route to Organ Repair and Replacement.- Plasma Polymerization and Plasma Modification of Surfaces for Biomaterials Applications.- Surface Modification of Biopolymer Materials.