title: Nanotechnology applications in medicine.
abstract: Table I summarises the potential medical applications for nanotechnology. It is clear that the use of nanotechnology in medical applications is still at a very early stage. However, the potential benefits are enormous and potential applications widespread.
authors.affiliation: Technology for Industry Ltd, E-Space North, 181 Wisbech Road, Littleport, Ely CB6 1RA, UK. jmw@tfi-ltd.co.uk
authors.forename: J M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Wilkinson
mesh_terms: D001458:Bandages; D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D001709:Biotechnology / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods* / Q000639:trends; D016503:Drug Delivery Systems / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods; D004864:Equipment and Supplies; D036103:Nanotechnology / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods* / Q000639:trends; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D013194:Staining and Labeling / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods; D013525:Surgical Instruments
chemical_list: D001672:Biocompatible Materials