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Three-Dimensional Printing And Nanotechnology For Enhanced Implantable Materials, Karthik Kumar Tappa
Three-Dimensional Printing And Nanotechnology For Enhanced Implantable Materials, Karthik Kumar Tappa
Doctoral Dissertations
Orthopedic and oro-maxillofacial implants have revolutionized treatment of bone diseases and fractures. Currently available metallic implants have been in clinical use for more than 40 years and have proved medically efficacious. However, several drawbacks remain, such as excessive stiffness, accumulation of metal ions in surrounding tissue, growth restriction, required removal/revision surgery, inability to carry drugs, and susceptibility to infection. The need for additional revision surgery increases financial costs and prolongs recovery time for patients. These metallic implants are bulk manufactured and often do not meet patient's requirements. A surgeon must machine (cut, weld, trim or drill holes) them in order …
Lost And Found: Use Of Gps Technology To Improve Storage Of Patient Belongings In Hospital Setting, Shelby A. Sievers, Griffin M. Heise, Min G. Kang, Michael Totty
Lost And Found: Use Of Gps Technology To Improve Storage Of Patient Belongings In Hospital Setting, Shelby A. Sievers, Griffin M. Heise, Min G. Kang, Michael Totty
Chancellor’s Honors Program Projects
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