PEEK biomaterials handbook

• Main Author: Kurtz, Steven M., 1968-
• Format: eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Norwich, N.Y. : Oxford : William Andrew ; Elsevier Science [distributor], 2011.
• Series: Plastics design library
• Subjects: Polyarylethers > Therapeutic use.; Polymers in medicine.; Orthopedic implants > Technological innovations.; elektronické knihy; electronic books
• ISBN: 9781437744637; 143774463X; 9781437744644; 1437744648; 128333156X; 9781283331562
• Physical Description: 1 online resource (x, 298 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color)

PEEK biomaterials are currently used in thousands of spinal fusion patients around the world every year. Durability, biocompatibility and excellent resistance to aggressive sterilization procedures make PEEK a polymer of choice replacing metal in orthopedic implants, from spinal implants and hip rep...