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Development Strategies for Medical Implants
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:42:06
Abstract
Introduction to development strategies for implantable devices considering the interdependecies of biocompatibility, clinical and economical requirements ; discussion of the state of the art and actual trends in in orthopedics, sports medicine, traumatology and cardio-vascular surgery as well as regenerative medicine (tissue engineering).
Objective
Basic considerations in implant development Concept of structural and surface biocompatiblity and its relevance for the design of implant and surgical technique Understanding of conflicting factors, e.g. clinical need, economics and regulatory requirements Concepts of tissue engineering, its strengths and weaknesses as current and future clinical solution
Content
Biocompatibility as bionic guide line for the development of medical implants; implant and implantation related tissue reactions, biocompatible materials and material processing technologies; implant testing and regulatory procedures; discussion of the state of the art and actual trends in implant development in orthopedics, sports medicine, traumatology, spinal and cardio-vascular surgery; introduction to tissue engineering. Selected topics will be further illustrated by commented movies from surgeries. Seminar: Group seminars on selected controversial topics in implant development. Participation is mandatory Planned excursions (limited availability, not mandatory, to be confirmed): 1. Participation (as visitor) on a life surgery (travel at own expense)
Resources
Lecture Notes
Scribt (electronically available):- presented slides- selected scientific papers for further reading
Literature
Reference to key papers will be provided during the lectures
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC , NDS
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 30 minutes
Registration & Places
- Max Places
- 30
Course Components
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Development Strategies for Medical Implants
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2 h weekly |
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Development Strategies for Medical Implants
Permission from lecturers required for all students.
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1 h weekly |
Offered In
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Robotics, Systems and Control (The courses listed in this category “Core Courses” are recommended. Alternative courses can be chosen in agreement with the tutor. .)
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Bioengineering (The courses listed in this category “Core Courses” are recommended. Alternative courses can be chosen in agreement with the tutor.)
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Recommended Elective Courses (These courses are particularly recommended for the Bioelectronics track. Please consult your track adviser if you wish to select other subjects.)
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Recommended Elective Courses (These courses are particularly recommended for the Biomechanics track. Please consult your track adviser if you wish to select other subjects.)
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Core Courses (376-1622-00L Practical Methods in Tissue Engineering (offered in the Autumn Semester) and 376-1624-00L Practical Methods in Biofabrication (offered in the Spring Semester) are mutually exclusive to be eligible for credits.)
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