An overview of Implantable Devices

By Vishwa Shrivastava

Key Features of the book: - Exclusive book on Implantable Devices- Contains 11 systemic implant types and a chapter for miscellaneous implants- Separate chapters on sterilization of implants and their failure- Many commercially available implants explained- Future directions for research- Can act as a coursebook for students of undergraduate and postgraduate students in Biomedical Engineering- Equally beneficial for clinicians and scientists from other fields- Content based on many references- Written in simple words. Easy to understand.Implantable devices are making a huge impact on longevity and enhancement of human health. From life saving implants like cardiac pacemakers and artificial heart valves to implants making an influence in a person's personality, like the breast implant or ocular implant, these devices have been in the mainstream of human's life. Similarly, other devices like the total hip or knee prostheses, implantable drug delivery systems, or the neural microstimulators are widely being used due to their life-turning capabilities. This book gives you an insight on not only how all such devices function, but also on the options available in current market.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 6202816376
• ISBN13: 9786202816373
• Release Date: September 2020
• Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
• Length: 476 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"