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In [[surgery]], a '''biomaterial''' is a synthetic material used to replace part of a living system or to function in intimate contact with living [[biological tissue|tissue]]. Compare this definition to that of [[bio-based material]]. |
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The [[Clemson University]] Advisory Board for Biomaterials defined a biomaterial as "a systemically and pharmacologically inert substance designed for implantation within or in corporation with living systems". |
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In 1986, the [[Consensus Conference]] of the [[European Society for Biomaterials]] defined a biomaterial as "a nonviable material used in a medical device, intended to interact with biological systems". |
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Another definition of biomaterial is "any substance (other than [[drug]]s) or combination of substances synthetic or natural in origin, which can be used for any period of time, as a whole or as a part of a system which treats, augments, or replaces any tissue, organ, or function of the body". |
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A biomaterial is different from a biological material such as bone that is produced by a biological system. Artificial [[hip]]s, vascular stents, [[artificial pacemaker]]s, and [[catheter]]s are all made from different biomaterials. |
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Biomimetic materials are not made by living things but have similar compositions and properties to living things. The calcium hydroxyapatite coating found on many artificial hips is a sort of fake [[bone]] that allows for easier attachment of the implant to the living bone. |
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All details are given in the definition and processing of biomaterials. |
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