Abstract
A significant portion of medical devices fail due to acquired infection, with infection rates after arthroplasty surgery between 1-4%, and considerably higher after revision surgery. To reduce the associated costs of infection, a new preventative method is required. High intensity narrow spectrum (HINS) 405 nm light is a new technology shown to have bactericidal effects on a range of medically important bacteria[1]. The effect of HINS-light on osteoblasts and bacteria were investigated to determine the potential of this technology to contribute to infection prevention
in operating theatres, during surgery and postoperative dressing changes.
in operating theatres, during surgery and postoperative dressing changes.
Original language | English |
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Publication status | Published - Jun 2011 |
Event | XII eCells & Materials Conference on Implant Infection - Davos, Switzerland Duration: 23 Jun 2011 → 25 Jun 2011 |
Conference
Conference | XII eCells & Materials Conference on Implant Infection |
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Country/Territory | Switzerland |
City | Davos |
Period | 23/06/11 → 25/06/11 |
Keywords
- osteoblast function
- arthroplasty surgery