Medical Technology: Materials Application Flashcards
What are the applications of UHMWPE?
UHMWPE is used as artificial cartilage in joints.
What are the applications of titanium?
Titanium is used in the casing of pacemakers.
What are the applications of polyethylene?
Polyethylene is used to coat the articulating ends of artificial joints.
What are the applications of pyrolytic carbon?
Pyrolytic carbon is used as coating in the manufacture of artificial body parts.
What are the applications of Teflon?
Teflon is used in the manufacture of blood vessels,hip sockets, soft tissue prostheses, and ear and nose replacements.
What are the applications of polyurethane rubber?
Polyurethane rubber is used to insulate electrodes, but not at their tips.
What are the applications of silicone?
Silicone is used to insulate electrodes, but not at their tips, as well as in small finger and toe joints.
What are the applications of polypropylene?
Polypropylene is used to protect the outlets of electrodes.
What are the applications of superalloys?
Ball and stem of bones in larger joints.
