Biomaterials used in urology: current issues of biocompatibility, infection, and encrustation

J D Denstedt; T A Wollin; G Reid

doi:10.1089/end.1998.12.493

Biomaterials used in urology: current issues of biocompatibility, infection, and encrustation

J Endourol. 1998 Dec;12(6):493-500. doi: 10.1089/end.1998.12.493.

Authors

J D Denstedt¹, T A Wollin, G Reid

Affiliation

¹ Division of Urology, The University of Western Ontario, and Lawson Research Institute, St. Joseph's Health Centre, London, Canada.

PMID: 9895250
DOI: 10.1089/end.1998.12.493

Abstract

This review focuses on the biomaterials used in urology, in particular, the properties of urethral catheters and ureteral stents currently being used in clinical practice. The importance of biomaterial type, biocompatibility, and encrustations are discussed and explained. Current management of bacterial infection and the importance of biofilms are presented, with recommendations based on published information.

Publication types

Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
Review

MeSH terms

Bacterial Infections / etiology*
Biofilms
Crystallization
Equipment Contamination*
Humans
Materials Testing*
Stents*
Urinary Catheterization / instrumentation*
Urinary Tract Infections / etiology*