Handbook of Polymers in Medicine

Handbook of Polymers in Medicine combines the core concepts and advanced research on polymers to provide a better understanding of this class of materials in medicine. This book covers all aspects of medical polymers, from characteristics and biocompatibility, to the diverse array of applications in medicine.

The book begins with an introduction to polymers in medicine and the challenges associated with biocompatibility in human tissue, before subsequent chapters systematically cover individual polymer classes - such as polyurethane and supramolecular polymers - and their specific applications in medicine, from tissue regeneration to orthopaedic surgery and cancer therapeutics.

Handbook of Polymers in Medicine offers an interdisciplinary approach that will appeal to researchers in a range of disciplines, including biomedical engineering, materials science, chemistry, pharmacology and translational medicine. This book will also make a useful reference for clinicians and those in medical fields who are interested in materials for medical applications, as well as R&D groups involved in medical device design.