Main description:

Toxicological Aspects of Medical Device Implants provides comprehensive information on the use of medical implant and devices and the balance between the application of the devices in relation to any potential adverse effects. In order to ensure the safety and effectiveness of medical devices, many international policies, regulations, and standards have been established, and the book also discusses medical devices within this regulatory framework. The book covers a broad range of disease topics and disease-specific implants and an interdisciplinary team of experts brings a wealth of information on implants used in various disease models and associated risk factors. Toxicological Aspects of Medical Device Implants is a comprehensive resource for toxicologists, biomedical engineers, immunologists, medical staff, regulators, and manufacturers working in the field who need to be aware of the potential toxicity and device management of such a wide variety of implants and devices and their health risks.

Contents:

1. Introduction to Medical Implants Section I Toxicological effects of implants 2. Dermatology / Cosmetic 3. Ophthalmology and otorhinolaryngology 4. Dental 5. Cardiology 6. Breast and birth control 7. Gastroenterology 8. Obstetrics / Gynaecology 9. Urology and nephrology 10. Orthopaedics 11. Neurology and psychiatry