Abstract
The objective of this work is to assess the biocompatibility of microengineered porous polysilicon microimplants. To this end, polycrystalline silicon plates were fabricated, with a predetermined pore distribution, and implanted into the pancreas, liver, kidney and spleen of normal rats for seven months. Tissue reaction was evaluated by light microscope. Post-implanted materials were observed under SEM for general appearance and change in surface properties. Results indicate that these silicon microimplants elicit minimal to moderate tissue response making them biocompatible for most biological applications.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Petroleum Division (Publication) PD |
| Place of Publication | New York, NY, United States |
| Publisher | ASME |
| Pages | 97-101 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Volume | 71 |
| State | Published - Jan 1 1995 |
| Event | Proceedings of the Energy-Sources Technology Conference and Exhibition - Houston, TX, USA Duration: Jan 29 1995 → Feb 1 1995 |
Other
| Other | Proceedings of the Energy-Sources Technology Conference and Exhibition |
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| City | Houston, TX, USA |
| Period | 1/29/95 → 2/1/95 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Geology
- Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology