Which Materials Used In Medical Implants Process?
by Prasad Ugale PRECISION MANUFACTURING SOLUTIONSMedical
implants are manufactured to support a damaged biological structure, or enhance an existing biological
structure. Medical
implants are in contrast to
transplanted biomedical tissue. The medical implants are made using
austenitic steel, which enable them to be put under pressure using bone
fixation screws. Some of the equipments are made using martens tic steel that
is harder than austenitic steel and remains sharp for longer period of time.
Materials Used in Medical Implants:
1. Austenitic Steel – Austenitic steels are non-magnetic stainless steels that contain high
levels of chromium and nickel and low levels of carbon.
This steel is known for surgical practices as it is the most corrosion
resistant when in direct contact with biological fluid. It is important that a
medical implant is not susceptible to corrosion when placed inside the human
body to prevent the chances of infection occurring. This type of stainless
steel is particularly effective as a medical implant when in cold-worked
condition.
2. Polyethylene -
Almost all knee replacement implants contain ultra-high molecular-weight
polyethylene (UHMWPE). This is necessary to provide cushioning and movement.
Polyethylene is the most common plastic and it is often one of the materials
used in medical implants because it is a porous synthetic polymer that is
biologically inert and does not degrade in the body.
3. Spine Screws, Rods, and Artificial Discs – The spinal surgery implants include
fusion approached from the front, the back, or both. Spinal implants are
pedicle screws provide internal structural support while the bone fuses, and
bone graft can either be harvested from the patient or one of a number of
synthetic bone graft substitutes or extenders can be used.
4. Metal Screws, Pins, Plates, and Rods - These implants materials made of
cobalt and chrome. They are compatible with the body and hardly ever cause an
allergic reaction. Plates are like internal splints and they hold the broken
pieces of bone together. They are attached to the bone with screws. Screws can
be used alone to hold a fracture, as well as with plates, rods, or nails. Pins
are used in conjunction with other forms of internal fixation, but they can be
used alone to treat fractures of small bones.
5. Coronary Stents - Coronary stent is a tube shaped device placed in
the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart,
to keep the arteries open in the treatment of coronary heart disease. Coronary stents medical implant can be used
during a heart attack to quickly open a blocked artery and reduce the amount of
damage to your heart.
Deccan Engineering Works is one of the top medical implants manufacturer company
in India. We are medical
implants manufacturer and supplier for over three decades. Amongst a huge no. of implants manufacturers in
India, we enjoy a wonderful market acceptance. We have a comprehensive
portfolio of medical Implants and Instruments numbering over a thousand
products.
DeccanEW as
a Medical
Implants Manufacturers offer an exclusive range of Implants and
Instruments. Our medical implants products are fabricated using high grade
material, which are procured from certified vendors in the market. These are
highly acceptable by our clients for features like durability, robust
construction, Users-friendly and easy to clean.
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