Preventing biofilm formation and encrustation on urinary implants: (bio)molecular and physical research approaches

Stents and catheters are used to facilitate urine drainage within the urinary system. When such sterile implants are inserted into the urinary tract, ions, macromolecules and bacteria from urine, blood or underlying tissues accumulate on their surface. We presented a brief but comprehensive overview...

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Autors principals: Abou-Hassan, A, Barros, AA, Buchholz, N, Carugo, DC, Clavica, F, Mergulhao, F, Zheng, S
Altres autors: Soria, F
Format: Book section
Idioma:English
Publicat: Springer 2022