Marchi J. (ed.) Biocompatible Glasses: From Bone Regeneration to Cancer Treatment

Springer International Publishing, 2016. — 336 p. — (Advanced Structured Materials 53). — ISBN: 978-3-319-44247-1, 978-3-319-44249-5.Focuses on the latest applications of bioglasses.
Includes a special chapter on the history and evolution of bioglasses.
Will also benefit dentists and ophthalmologists.
This book focuses on the applications of bioglasses in the biomedical field. It starts with the history and evolution of bioglasses before moving on to the structure and percolation theory, and lastly investigating their current and potential future applications in various fields including dentistry, tissue engineering, bone regeneration, ophthalmology, and drug delivery. The chapters were written by a team of international experts in the field and will be of great interest not only to material scientists, but also to medical doctors and other health sector professionals.Bioactive Materials: Definitions and Application in Tissue Engineering and Regeneration Therapy.
An Introduction and History of the Bioactive Glasses.
Structure and Percolation of Bioglasses.
The Evolution, Control, and Effects of the Compositions of Bioactive Glasses on Their Properties and Applications.
What Can We Learn from Atomistic Simulations of Bioactive Glasses?
Bioactive Glasses: Advancing from Micro to Nano and Its Potential Application.
45S5 Bioglass Based Scaffolds for Skeletal Repair.
Vitreous Materials for Dental Restoration and Reconstruction.
Special Applications of Bioactive Glasses in Otology and Ophthalmology.
Biocompatible Glasses for Cancer Treatment.
Glasses for Treatment of Liver Cancer by Radioembolization.
Biocompatible Glasses for Controlled Release Technology.
Future Applications of Bioglass.