Hybrid biomaterials: engineering the tissue-implant interface KU Leuven
Continued ageing of the world population in combination with an active lifestyle and higher expectations of life quality, is driving the demand for long-term reliable orthopedic and dental implants. Yet, implant failure remains a serious complication leading to painful and costly revision surgery, burdening both patients and healthcare systems. Implant-related infections are a serious complication in prosthetic surgery, jeopardizing implant ...