Abstract
Metallic biomaterials are widely used in implantable medical devices by virtue of their outstanding mechanical properties. The in vivo performance of metallic implants is closely related to their surface characteristics. Therefore, a myriad of surface modification methods have been employed to improve their biocompatibility and expand their functionality. This section presents an overview of the different techniques used to prepare coatings and thin films on metallic implants and the various aspects of their properties.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Encyclopedia of Biomedical Engineering |
Publisher | Elsevier |
Pages | 203-212 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Volume | 1-3 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780128051443 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780128048290 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jan 1 2019 |
Externally published | Yes |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© 2019 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
ASJC Scopus Subject Areas
- General Biochemistry,Genetics and Molecular Biology
Keywords
- Antimicrobial
- Biocompatibility
- Coating
- Corrosion
- Hemocompatibility
- Metallic biomaterial
- Osseointegration
- Surface modification
- Thin film
- Wear