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Author:   Steve Rimmer (University of Sheffield, UK)
Publisher:   Elsevier Science & Technology
Imprint:   Woodhead Publishing Ltd
Volume:   31
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 23.40cm
Weight:   0.570kg
ISBN:  

9781845695903

ISBN 10:   1845695909
Pages:   288
Publication Date:   26 February 2011
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
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Table of Contents

Part I: Processing of hydrogels Chapter 1: Hydrogel swelling behavior and its biomedical applications Abstract: 1.1 Basics of hydrogels 1.2 Swelling of hydrogels: water diffusion into hydrogels 1.3 Stimulus-responsive hydrogels 1.4 Examples of environment-sensitive hydrogels 1.5 Future trends Chapter 2: Superabsorbent cellulose-based hydrogels for biomedical applications Abstract: 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Cellulose-based hydrogels and crosslinking strategies 2.3 Hydrogel properties and thermodynamics 2.4 Applications 2.5 Conclusions Chapter 3: Synthesis of hydrogels for biomedical applications: control of structure and properties Abstract: 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Cross-linking of high molecular weight polymers 3.3 Copolymerization with multi-functional monomers 3.4 Multiphase hydrogels 3.5 Functional hydrogels 3.6 Conclusion Chapter 4: Processing and fabrication technologies for biomedical hydrogels Abstract: 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Applications 4.3 Gelation 4.4 Physical crosslinking 4.5 Photopolymerization and photopatterning 4.6 Stereolithography 4.7 Two-photon laser scanning photolithography 4.8 Processing of multicomponent hydrogels 4.9 Future trends 4.10 Acknowledgements Chapter 5: Regulation of novel biomedical hydrogel products Abstract: 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Regulatory jurisdictions 5.3 Regulatory frameworks 5.4 Risk-based device classification 5.5 Non-clinical testing 5.6 Clinical data and studies 5.7 Marketing authorization processes 5.8 Quality system requirements 5.9 Post-market requirements 5.10 Future trends 5.11 Sources of further information and advice Part II: Applications of hydrogels Chapter 6: Spinal disc implants using hydrogels Abstract: 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Intervertebral disc 6.3 Disc implant 6.4 Conclusion Chapter 7: Hydrogels for intraocular lenses and other ophthalmic prostheses Abstract: 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Intraocular lenses 7.3 Vitreous substitutes 7.4 Tissue adhesives 7.5 Conclusions 7.5 Acknowledgements Chapter 8: Cartilage replacement implants using hydrogels Abstract: 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Historical background in cartilage repair and injury: existing therapies 8.3 First and second generation tissue engineering 8.4 Third generation tissue engineering 8.5 Future trends Chapter 9: Hydrogels for wound healing applications Abstract: 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Requirements of an ideal wound care system 9.3 Hydrogels for wound healing applications 9.4 Natural hydrogels for wound healing applications 9.5 Synthetic and other hydrogels for wound healing applications 9.6 Commercial dressings 9.7 Future trends 9.8 Conclusion 9.10 Appendix: list of abbreviations Chapter 10: Imaging hydrogel implants in situ Abstract: 10.1 Introduction 10.2 Rationale for imaging implants in situ 10.3 Imaging modalities and their advantages and disadvantages for the in situ imaging of hydrogel implants 10.4 Challenges of imaging in situ 10.5 Contrast enhancement 10.6 Characterization of implants (in vitro and in vivo) 10.7 Characterization of in vivo healing 10.8 Conclusions 10.9 Sources of further information and advice Index

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.the book is the perfect lead for researchers interested in hydrogels to be applied for biomedical purposes. It offers a comprehensive overview of the complete route a hydrogel should follow going from developmental stage to clinical application and legislation. --Biomat.net, March 2014

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Steve Rimmer is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Chemistry at Sheffield University.

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