title: Biomaterials: selection and complications.
abstract: Basic concepts of bioengineering and biomechanics are presented. The application of these various terms explain the mechanical and physical properties of biomaterials widely used in implanted devices. An explanation and literature review explains the possible biocompatibility reactions to these implants.
authors.affiliation: Department of Podiatric Surgery, Oakwood Springwells Health Center, Dearborn, Michigan.
authors.forename: T D
authors.initials: TD
authors.lastname: Vitale
authors.forename: L M
authors.initials: LM
authors.lastname: Fallat
mesh_terms: D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D001698:Biomedical Engineering; D006801:Humans; D011032:Podiatry; D019736:Prostheses and Implants
chemical_list: D001672:Biocompatible Materials