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Medical textiles and biomaterials for healthcareEdited by S C Anand, University of Bolton, J F Kennedy, Chembiotech Ltd, UK, M Miraftab and S Rajendran, University of Bolton
Woodhead Publishing Series in Textiles No. 48
- discusses worldwide research into medical textiles and biomaterials
- invaluable reference for this developing area of technical textiles
- a selection of the best papers from the 2003 MEDTEX Conference, hosted by University of Bolton are included
- written by leading experts in the area
Medical textiles are a major growth area within the technical textiles industry and the range of applications continues to grow and increase in diversity with every new development. Recent innovations include novel chitosan-alginate fibres for advanced wound dressings, ultrasonic energy for bleaching cotton medical textiles, durable and rechargeable biocidal textiles, spider silk supportive matrix for cartilage regeneration, barbed bi-directional surgical sutures and intelligent textiles for medical applications.
Medical textiles and biomaterials for healthcare is a culmination of the worldwide research into medical textiles and biomaterials. It is divided into eight parts covering the main areas of basic biomaterials, healthcare and hygiene products, infection control and barrier materials, bandaging and pressure garments, woundcare materials, implantable and medical devices and smart technologies. Each part contains a comprehensive overview written by leading experts in the area. The overviews are then followed by a selection of the best papers from the 2003 MEDTEX Conference, hosted by the University of Bolton. It has been extensively edited to produce what is expected to be the leading reference on this subject.
ISBN 1 85573 683 7
ISBN-13: 978 1 85573 683 2
November 2005
520 pages 234 x 156mm hardback
£175.00 / US$300.00 / €210.00
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About the editors
Professor Subhash Anand is Professor of Technical Textiles at University of Bolton, has published widely in a number of areas of textiles and holds three patents in technical textiles.
Professor John Frederick Kennedy is Director of Birmingham Carbohydrate and Protein Technology Group, School of Chemical Sciences, University of Birmingham and University of Birmingham Research Park, Director of Chembiotech Ltd and Inovamed Ltd, Birmingham Research Park. He has published over 500 research papers and edited over 45 books.
Dr Mohsen Miraftab is a senior lecturer and researcher at University of Bolton and has published a wide range of publications in medical and technical textiles.
Dr Subbiyan Rajendran is a senior research scientist at University of Bolton with an impressive international research and publication track record.
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Contents
PART 1 BIOMATERIALS UTILISED IN MEDICAL TEXTILES
New generations of resorbable biomaterials with textile structures
PART 2 HEALTHCARE AND HYGIENE PRODUCTS
PART 3 INFECTION CONTROL AND BARRIER MATERIALS
PART 4 BANDAGING AND PRESSURE GARMENTS
PART 5 WOUNDCARE MATERIALS
PART 6 IMPLANTABLE DEVICES
PART 7 MEDICAL DEVICES
PART 8 INTELLIGENT TEXTILES FOR MEDICAL APPLICATIONS
PART 1 BIOMATERIALS UTILISED IN MEDICAL TEXTILES
Biomaterials utilised in medical textiles: an overview
J F Kennedy and C J Knill, University of Birmingham Research Park, UK
- Abstract
- Textile fibres and their classification
- Natural carbohydrate polymers
- Modified carbohydrate polymers
- Natural and modified proteins
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Commercial applications and products using carbohydrate polymers
- The future
- References
New generations of resorbable biomaterials with textile structures
Reformed collagen fibres
D Zeugolis, G Paul, G E Attenburrow, University College of Northampton, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Materials and methods
- Results and discussion
- Conclusions
- References
Novel Chitosan-alginate fibres for advanced wound dressings
M Miraftab, G Smart, University of Bolton, J F Kennedy, C J Knill, J Mistry, Chembiotech Laboratories, and M R Groocock, SSL International plc, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Materials and methods
- Results and discussion
- Conclusions
- References
Modification of alginic acid fibres with hydrolysed chitosans
J F Kennedy, C J Knill, J Mistry, Chembiotech Laboratories, M Miraftab, G Smart, University of Bolton, and M R Groocock, SSL International plc, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Materials and methods
- Results and discussion
- Conclusions
- References
The effect of degradation on the mechanical properties of biodegradable polylactide yarns and textiles
C Golding, E Ekevall, S R Wallace and R R Mather, Heriot-Watt University, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Materials and methods
- Results and discussion
- Conclusions
- References
Chitosan: crawling from crab shells to wound dressings
G Smart, M Miraftab, University of Bolton, J F Kennedy Chembiotech Laboratories, and M R Groocock, SSL International Ltd, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Properties
- Fibres and films
- Biomaterials and woundcare
- Conclusions
- References
PART 2 HEALTHCARE AND HYGIENE PRODUCTS
Healthcare and hygiene products: an overview
S C Anand, University of Bolton, UK
- Market prospects
- Current issues
- Healthcare and hygiene products
- Superabsorbant fibres
- Antimicrobial fibres
- Disposable products
- Operating room garments
- Conclusion
- References
Application of nonwovens in healthcare and hygiene sector
C J Ajmeri and J R Ajmeri, Sarvajanick College of Engineering and Technology, India
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Medical textiles
- Healthcare and hygiene sector
- Consumption of nonwovens
- Hygiene
- Medical
- Design issues
- Absorbent hygiene products
- Material used in nonwoven products available in the market
- Conclusion
- References
Role of advance textile materials in healthcare
R D Anandjiwala, Centre for Fibres, Textiles and Clothing, South Africa
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Fibres for medical and healthcare applications
- Advanced medical textiles
- References
Improving the quality of life and comfort in wool and blended fabrics for the elderly
R A L Miguel, J M Lucas, University of Beira Interior, Portugal and A M Manich, CSIC, Research and Development Center, Spain
- Abstract
- Air permeability
- Thermal behaviour
- Water vapour permeability
- Fabric drape
- Materials and methods
- Results and discussion
- Conclusions
- References
Using ultrasonic energy for bleaching cotton in hygiene textiles
S I Mitik, S M Yukseloglu, Marmara University, Turkey
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Materials and methods
- Results
- Statistical analysis
- Conclusions
- References
A study of the prevalence of respiratory morbidity in the workers of textile industry of Baroda City
V M Shobha, P V Kotecha and G D Joshi, Medical College, India
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Objectives
- Materials and methods
- Results
- Discussion
- Limitations
- Recommendations
- References
Market research and overview of Turkish hygienic products
M Akalin, Marmara University, and A O Agirgan, Trakya University, Turkey
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Turkish hygienic product market
- Conclusions
- References
PART 3 INFECTION CONTROL AND BARRIER MATERIALS
Infection control and barrier materials: an overview
S Rajendran, University of Bolton, UK
- Introduction
- Infection control barrier hospital textiles
- References
The use of dye-like interactions for developing novel infection-resistant materials
M J Bide, University of Rhode Island, USA, H-M Choi, Soongsil University, Korea, M D Phaneuf, W C Quist and F W LoGerfo, Beth Israel Deaconnes Medical Center, USA
- Abstract
- Polyester arterial grafts
- Polyurethane
- Other fibres
- Conclusions
- References
Nylon 6,6 knitted fabrics with antibacterial properties
D Saihi, A El-Achari, Laboratoire GEMTEX, A Chenaim, ENSAIS, and C Caze, Laboratoire GEMTEX, France
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Experimental
- Results and discussion
- Conclusions
- References
The impact of ageing on the properties of single-use or garments
M J Abreu, M E Cabeço-Silva, Universidade do Minho, Portugal and D C Adolphe, Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Industries Textiles de Mulhouse, France
- Abstract
- Experimental details
- Results and discussion
- Conclusions
- Acknowledgment
- References
The use of Amicor Pure technology in medical textiles
R Cox, Acordis Acrylic Fibres, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Acordis
- Hospital acquired infections
- Conclusions
- References
Qualitative evaluation of the barrier effect of textiles in use
D Aibibu, B Lehmann and P Offermann, Institute of Textile and Clothing Technology, Germany
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Tested materials
- Methods of pore structure determination
- Results and discussion
- Pore structure in use
- Conclusions
- References
Reducing microbial contamination in hospital blankets: a contribution to combat nosocomial infections (hospital infections)
P Vandendaele, A Langerock, Devan Chemicals, Belgium and W Curtis White, J Krueger, ÆGIS Environments, USA
- Abstract
- Nosocomial infection
- Various studies
- Choosing the right antimicrobial
- Conclusions
- References
Durable and rechargeable biocidal textiles
G Sun, University of California, USA
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Medical use textiles
- Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
- References
Barrier textiles by wet finishing and plasma treatment
M N Islam, M Harun, U Lappan and B Voit, Institute of Polymer Research, Germany
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Experimental
- Results and discussion
- Conclusions
- Acknowledgment
- References
Novel approach to breathable nonwoven hygienic products
M Akalin, S M Yukseloglu, B C Gultekin and A O Agirgan, Marmara University, Turkey
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Experimental
- Results and discussion
- Conclusions
- References
PART 4 BANDAGING AND PRESSURE GARMENTS
Bandaging and pressure garments: an overview
S Rajendran, University of Bolton, UK
- Introduction
- Compression therapy for venous leg ulcers treatment
- References
A comparison of elastic and non-elastic compression bandages for venous leg ulcer treatment
E A Nelson, University of York, UK
- Introduction
- Ease of application
- Clinical trials
- Conclusions
- Reference
The study of pressure delivery for hypertrophic scar treatment
L Macintyre, M Baird and P Weedall, Heriot-Watt University, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- The theory of the Laplace Law
- Using the Laplace Law to predict pressures exerted by pressure garments
- Tension in fabrics currently used in pressure garment construction in the UK hospitals
- Method
- Results and discussion
- Conclusions
- References
Evaluation of pressure profile of bandages using mannequin legs
S Rajendran and S C Anand, University of Bolton, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Materials and methods
- Results and discussion
- Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
- References
Effect of fibre type and structure in designing orthopaedic wadding for the treatment of venous leg ulcers
S C Anand and S Rajendran, University of Bolton, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- The cause of venous leg ulcers
- Padding bandages (wadding or orthopaedic wool)
- Materials and methods
- Results and discussions
- Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
- References
Assessment of fabrics worn on the upper limbs
A Davies and J Williams, De Montfort University, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Comfort of the textile substrate
- Design
- Methods
- Results and discussion
- Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
- References
Bandaging techniques using short-stretch compression bandages
H Charles, Clinical Nurse Specialist, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Types of bandages
- Conclusions
- References
PART 5 WOUNDCARE MATERIALS
Woundcare materials: an overview
M Miraftab, University of Bolton, UK
- Introduction
- Research papers
- References
The use of textiles in burns – from injury to recovery
J Edwards, Wythenshawe Hospital, UK
- Abstract
- Ansfer
- Support surfaces
- Initial management
- Bandages
- Splinting
- Skin substitutes
- Skin grafts and donor sites
- Dresings
- Pressure garments
- Silicone gels
- References
Woundcare dressings from chitin
K Van de Velde, Ghent University, Belgium, L Szosland and I Krucinska, Technical University of Łódź, Poland
- Absract
- Introduction
- Materials and methods
- Results and discussion
- Conclusion
- Acknowledgment
- References
Metronidazole loaded microspheres and membranes of dibutyrylchitin: preparation and drug release investigation
A Blasinska, L Szosland and A Krucinska, Technical University of Łódź, Poland
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Experimental
- Results and discussion
- Conclusions
- References
Epistaxis device and nasal surgical dressings
J O Hudson, Endocavitas Research Ltd, UK
- Abstract
- Defining the problem
- Requirements of the device
- The answer – the Rapid Rhino ®
- Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose (CMC)
- Rapid Rhino ® in use
- Post surgical dressings
Conducting clinical trials in woundcare
D V Prabural, S C Anand, C Dean and R Nettleton, University of Bolton, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Phases of clinical trial
- Various designs of trial
- Pitfalls of clinical trials
- Literature search
- What can be done to improve the efficiency and quality of woundcare clinical trials?
- References
New approach to produce absorbent pads for new end uses
D Kocak, M Akalin, I Usta and N Merdan, Marmara University, Turkey
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Experimental
- Results and discussion
- Conclusions
- References
PART 6 IMPLANTABLE DEVICES
Implantable devices: an overview
S C Anand, University of Bolton, UK
- Introduction
- Vascular Prosthesis
- Advantages of gelatine impregnated graft
- Ligament prostheses
- Mesh grafts
- Resorbable polymers
- Resorbable spunlaid nonwovens
- References
Repair of articular cartilage defects using 3-dimensional tissue engineering textile architectures
R J Minns, Newcastle General Hospital, S J Russell, University of Leeds, S Young, University Hospital of North Durham, R Bibb, UWIC, Cardiff and P Moliter, Scunthorpe and Goole NHS Trust, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Materials and methods
- Design of a synthetic 3D scaffold with an archadial macrostructure
- Conclusions
- References
Manufacture and in vitro bioactivity of sol-gel-derived silica fibre and P(L/D,L)LA composite
T Peltola, V Ääritalo, University of Turku, A M Haltia, M Vehviläinen, Tampere University of Technology, S Areva, Åbo Akademi University, P Nousiainen, Tampere University of Technology and M Jokinen, YA Yli-Urpo, University of Turku, Finland
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Discussion and conclusions
- Acknowledgments
- References
A spider silk supportive matrix used for cartilage regeneration
K Gellynck, P Verdonk, F Almqvist, E Van Nimmen, D De Bakker, L Van Langenhove, J Mertens, G Verbruggen and P Kiekens, University of Ghent, Belgium
- Abstract
- Silk in biomaterials
- Nonwovens in biomaterials
- Cartilage regeneration
- Chondrocyte growth on spider silk
- Acknowledgment
- References
Nonwoven scaffolds of improved design for the tissue engineering of the anterior cruciate ligament
S L Edwards, S J Russell, E Ingham, J B Matthews and W Mitchell, University of Leeds, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Structural design parameters of scaffolds
- Nonwoven scaffold manufacture
- Biocompatability testing of generic fibre types
- Summary
- Acknowledgments
- References
New prophylaxis method of children’s teeth caries
R Alimova, Tashkent Institute of Textile and Light Industry, Uzbekistan
PART 7 MEDICAL DEVICES
Medical devices: an overview
M Miraftab, University of Bolton, UK
- Introduction
- Research papers
- References
Knot performance of monofilament and braided polyamide sutures under different test conditions
E Karaca, AS Hockenberger, University of Uludag, Turkey
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Experimental
- Result and discussion
- Conclusion
- References
Enhancing physio-chemical behaviour of P(LLA/CL) suture by solvent treatment
P Patel, A Jalal, M S University of Baroda, India and Y Ohkoshi, Shinshu University, Japan
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Experimental methods
- Results and discussion
- Conclusion
- References
Barbed, bi directional surgical sutures
J C Leung, G L Ruff, Quill Medical Inc, M W King and P P Dattilo Jnr, North Carolina State University, USA
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Experimental methods
- Results and discussion
- Conclusion
- References
Natural silk based surgical threads production technology exploitation
R Alimova, R Burnashev, M Khikmatullaeva and A Gulamov, Tashkent State Medical Institute and Tashkent Institute of Textiles and Light Industry, Uzbekistan
- Abstract
- Introduction
New generation of vascular prostheses accomplished through weaving technologies
C Mihai, A Ene, The Research-Development National Institute for Textile and Leather, Romania
- Abstract
- General considerations
- Theoretical aspects
- Experimental aspects
- Conclusions
The medical devices Faraday partnership
F C Smith, TWI Ltd, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- The medical devices industry
- Mission of the medical devices Faraday partnersip
- Scope of the medical devices Faraday partnership
- Structure of the medical devices Faraday partnership
- Membership of the medical devices Faraday partnership
- Research
- Training
- Technology translation
- Framework 6
- Conclusions
- References
The potential for localised delivery of antibiotics from braided surgical sutures
M W King, A D Jones, University of Manitoba, Canada
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Objectives
- Materials and methods
- Results and discussions
- Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
- References
Surgical sutures: the largest textile implant materials
J R Ajmeri and C J Ajmeri, Sarvajanik College of Eng and Tech, India
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Sutures
- Classification of sutures
- Manufacturing of sutures
- Natural absorbable sutures
- Synthetic absorbable sutures
- Natural absorbable sutures
- Synthetic non-absorbable sutures
- Suture design and qualities that influence it
- Testing
- Current advances and research for surgical sutures
- References
Nerve implants
N Yıldız, Pamukkale University, Turkey
- Abstract
- History of nerve implants
- What is the function of nervous system? Nerve defects
- Nerve regeneration
- Which materials are used in nerve regeneration
- Conclusions
- References
PART 8 INTELLIGENT TEXTILES FOR MEDICAL APPLICATIONS
Intelligent textiles for medical applications: an overview
L Van Langenhove, R Puers and D Matthys, Universiteit Gent, Belgium
- Introduction
- The evolution of smart textiles
- The functions of smart textiles
- What will a smart suit look like in the future?
- References
Delivering cell therapy for chronic wounds
D Haddow, R Short, S MacNeil, M Jarmolowicz and M Moustafa, C Hernon, CellTran Ltd, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Methods
- Discussion
- Conclusions
- References
Textile finishing for the production of new generation medical textiles
N D Oltargevskaya and G E Krichevsky, Educational Textile Institute, Russia
- Abstract
- The structure of medical textiles
- Model of medicine’s mass-transport into human organism from a medical bandage
- Choice of textile material, technology, polymer-thickener and medical product
- Ranges of application of medical bandages ‘Koletex’
- Conclusion
- References
The effect of ammonia and sulphur dioxide gas plasma treatments on polymer surfaces
E Ekevall, J I B Wilson and R R Mather, Heriot-Watt University, UK
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Background
- Aims and objectives
- Methods
- Results
- Discussions
- Conclusions
- Future work
- References