Biomaterials used in urology: Current issues of biocompatibility, infection, and encrustation

Authors
Denstedt, JD Wollin, TA Reid, G
Citation
Jd. Denstedt et al., Biomaterials used in urology: Current issues of biocompatibility, infection, and encrustation, J ENDOUROL, 12(6), 1998, pp. 493-500
Citations number
73
Categorie Soggetti
Urology & Nephrology
Journal title
JOURNAL OF ENDOUROLOGY
ISSN journal
08927790 → ACNP
Volume
12
Issue
6
Year of publication
1998
Pages
493 - 500
Database
ISI
SICI code
0892-7790(199812)12:6<493:BUIUCI>2.0.ZU;2-R
Abstract
This review focuses on the biomaterials used in urology, in particular, the properties of urethral catheters and ureteral stents currently being used in clinical practice. The importance of biomaterial type, biocompatibility, and encrustations are discussed and explained. Current management of bacte rial infection and the importance of biofilms are presented, with recommend ations based on published information.