Wound Closure Biomaterials and Devices

Virtually every wound, whether surgical or traumatic, needs to be closed to promote wound healing and prevent infection. This book provides information and discussions on: sutures and other wound closure devices; the chemistry, physics, mechanics, and biomaterials science of suture materials; and, tissue adhesive, ligating clips, and staplers.
"Virtually every wound, whether surgical or traumatic, needs to be closed to promote wound healing and prevent infection. Increasingly sophisticated and effective materials for the crucial surgical treatment of wound closure are being developed continuously. Keep up with the most recent research progress and future trends in this complex and rapidly changing field with Wound Closure Biomaterial and Devices. This state-of-the-art book provides detailed information and critical discussions on:
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