Hydroxyapatite in the form of hydroxycarbonate apatite is the principal mineral component of bone tissue in mammals. In Bioceramics, it is classed as a bioactive material, which means bone tissue grows directly on it when placed in apposition without intervening fibrous tissue. Hydroxyapatite is hence commonly used as bone grafts, fillers and as coatings for metal implants. This important book provides an overview of the most recent research and developments involving hydroxyapatite as a key material in medicine and its application.

A systematic review of recent research into--and developments in the use of--hydroxyapatite in medicine

About the Author
Dr Michael R, Mucalo is Senior Lecturer in physical Chemistry at the University of Waikato in New Zealand.


Book Information
ISBN 9781782420330
Author Michael Mucalo
Format Hardback
Page Count 404
Imprint Woodhead Publishing Ltd
Publisher Elsevier Science & Technology
Weight(grams) 740g