Search for dissertations about: "medical devices infection control"
Found 3 swedish dissertations containing the words medical devices infection control.
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1. Molecular and cellular interactions on noble metal nanopatterned surfaces − applications towards bone, soft tissue and infection control
Abstract : Biomaterial-associated infection is recognised as one of the main risks for failure of medical devices. The presence of a foreign material in tissues has been suggested to compromise the ability of host cells to eradicate infection. READ MORE
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2. Binding of plasma proteins by Staphylococcus epidermidis: characterisation of protein-protein interactions
Abstract : Coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS), in particular, Staphylococcus epidermidis, have emerged as major nosocomial pathogens associated with infections of implanted medical devices. These organisms, which are among the most prevalent bacteria of the human skin and mucous membrane microflora, gain access to the surface of the implant at the insertion. READ MORE
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3. Microfluidics Separation and Analysis of Biological Particles
Abstract : In the last decade, powerful communication and information technology in the form of the mobile phone has been put into the hands of more than 50% of the global population. In stark contrast, a lack of access to medical diagnostic technology with which to diagnose both communicable and non-communicable diseases will mean that many of these people will die of easily treatable conditions. READ MORE
