Journal of Biomedical Materials Research · 1968 · 48 citations · 6 references
Tissue EngineeringBiocompatible MaterialEngineeringOperational ProceduresBiomaterials DesignBiofabricationReconstructive SurgeryUsa Trademark HydronSurgeryBiomedical EngineeringSoft Tissue ReconstructionMedicineBiomaterialsPlastic SurgerySpongy Hydron
Abstract A hydrophilic plastic material (USA trademark Hydron), developed by Wichterle and Lím, was used as a sponge for augmentation of breasts in the clinic for plastic surgery. The preparation of the prosthesis and the operational procedures are described.
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Carl McGowan · The University of Chicago Law Review · 1961 · 22 citations