Despite the advantages presented by synthetic polymers such as strength and durability, the
lack of biodegradability associated with the persistence in the environment for a long time …

This review discusses and summarizes the recent developments and advances in the use of
biodegradable materials for bone repair purposes. The choice between using degradable …

The use of implantable medical devices is a common and indispensable part of medical
care for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. However, as side effect, the implant of …

The implants are increasingly being a part of modern medicine in various surgical
procedures for functional or cosmetic purposes. The progressive use of implants is …

The bioceramics are using as a substitute for hard tissue engineering since 1960. A
compelling way to deal with hard tissue engineering aims to restore function of diseased or …

Biofilm-growing cells show an enhanced antimicrobial tolerance with respect to the same
cells growing in a free-floating way. This is due to physical or chemical diffusion barriers and …

Background Several cationic polymers exhibit a useful antimicrobial property, however the
structure–activity relationship still requires a more complete investigation. The main …

The surgical repair of a ruptured tendon faces two major problems: specifically increased
fibrous adhesion to the surrounding tissue and inferior mechanical properties of the scar …

Staphylococcal biofilm formation is a severe complication of medical implants, leading to
high antibiotic tolerance and treatment failure. Ultra-dense poly (ethylene glycol)(udPEG) …

The use, in veterinary practice, of a three-dimensional biopolymer matrix (based on
chitosan, agarose, and gelatin and doped with halloysite nanotubes) as a vehicle for …