This book in the emerging research field of biomaterials covers biodegradable metals for biomedical applications. The book contains two main parts where each of
This book reviews the current understanding of the mechanical, chemical and biological processes that are responsible for the degradation of a variety of implan
The interest in biocompatible and biodegradable metals, such as magnesium, is mainly related to their potential use as structural material for orthopedic and ca
Biodegradable Magnesium (Mg) has showed great potential as candidate material for new generation of biodegradable implants, and to replace conventional non-degr