Classification and Medical Applications of Biomaterials–A Mini Review

Chong, Eric Tzyy Jiann and Ng, Jun Wei and Lee, Ping Chin (2022) Classification and Medical Applications of Biomaterials–A Mini Review. BIO Integration. pp. 1-8. ISSN 2712-0074 (P-ISSN) , 2712-0082 (E-ISSN)

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Biomaterials are natural, synthetic, or hybrid materials, which are used in medical devices or implants that are placed in contact with the human biological system to compensate for or restore diminished functions of the body. The field of biomaterials has rapidly developed to meet the ever-expanding needs in healthcare and medicine practices. Advancements in science and technology have enabled the fabrication and reengineering of biomaterials into useful medical devices or implants, such as heart valves, bone plates, hip joints, and cardiac pacemakers. Because biomaterials are placed in continuous close contact with the recipient’s body fluids or tissues, the classification of available biomaterials is crucial for selecting safer and highly biocompatible materials. This review focuses on biomaterial classification, namely bioceramic, polymeric, and metallic biomaterials. Their medical applications, advantages, and disadvantages are discussed. Current trends in biomaterials involved in disease treatments, such as controlled drug delivery and cancer therapy, are additionally explored.

Item Type: Article
Keyword: Bioceramic biomaterial , Classification , Medical application , Metallic biomaterial , Polymeric biomaterial
Subjects: R Medicine > R Medicine (General) > R5-920 Medicine (General) > R856-857 Biomedical engineering. Electronics. Instrumentation
Department: INSTITUTE > Biotechnology Research Institute (BRI)
Depositing User: SAFRUDIN BIN DARUN -
Date Deposited: 13 Jul 2022 04:49
Last Modified: 13 Jul 2022 04:49
URI: https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/33189

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