Essays about: "bisphosphonates"

Showing result 6 - 7 of 7 essays containing the word bisphosphonates.

1. 6. Evaluation of blood interactions with a drug loaded protein matrix

   University essay from Tillämpad Fysik

   Author : Maria Wallstedt; [2011]
   Keywords : titanium; implant; bisphosphonates; coagulation; platelet adhesion;

   Abstract : Many things might happen in the body when a titanium implant is inserted into bone. Examples are activation of the immune system and imbalance between bone formation and bone resorption, which might lead to damaged bone around the implant and at worse, loosening of the implant. READ MORE

3. 7. Local Delivery of Bisphosphonates from FibMat Matrix

   University essay from Institutionen för fysik, kemi och biologi

   Author : Henrik Aronsson; [2008]
   Keywords : FibMat; matrix; bisphosphonate; fibrinogen; thrombin; implant; coagulation assay; gamma irradiation; bone resorption; liquid scintillation; autoradiography; local delivery; drug;

   Abstract : Improving the functionality and reducing revision rates are important driving forces in the development of orthopaedic implants. FibMat is a fibrinogen based matrix developed towards commercialisation by the company Optovent AB. This matrix can be coated on implants and act as a local drug delivery system for bisphosphonates (BPs). READ MORE