Principles of biomedical engineering /

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Author / Creator:Madihally, Sundararajan V., author.
Imprint:Boston : Artech House, 2010.
Description:1 online resource (xv, 481 pages) : illustrations
Language:English
Series:Artech House series engineering in medicine & biology
Artech House engineering in medicine & biology series.
Subject:Biomedical engineering.
Biomedical Engineering -- methods.
Biophysique.
Génie biomédical.
Biomécanique.
Cytologie -- Technique.
Biocapteurs.
Biomatériaux.
Imagerie pour le diagnostic.
TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Biomedical.
MEDICAL -- Family & General Practice.
MEDICAL -- Allied Health Services -- Medical Technology.
MEDICAL -- Biotechnology.
MEDICAL -- Lasers in Medicine.
Biomedical engineering.
Electronic books.
Electronic books.
Format: E-Resource Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/11222956
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ISBN:9781608070565
1608070565
9781608070558
1608070557
Notes:Includes bibliographical references (pages 465-466) and index.
Print version record.
Summary:Describing the role of engineering in medicine today, this comprehensive volume covers a wide range of the most important topics in this burgeoning field. Supported with over 145 illustrations, the book discusses bioelectrical systems, mechanical analysis of biological tissues and organs, biomaterial selection, compartmental modeling, and biomedical instrumentation. Moreover, you find a thorough treatment of the concept of using living cells in various therapeutics and diagnostics. Structured as a complete text for students with some engineering background, the book also makes a valuable refere.
Other form:Print version: Madihally, Sundararajan V. Principles of biomedical engineering. Boston : Artech House, ©2010 9781608070558
Table of Contents:
  • 1. Introduction
  • 2. Biotransport
  • 3. Bioelectrical Phenomena
  • 4. Biofluid Flow
  • 5. Biomechanics
  • 6. Biomaterials
  • 7. Cellular Engineering
  • 8. Biomedical Imaging
  • 9. Biosensors
  • 10. Physiological Modeling
  • 11. Ethical, Legal, and Societal Aspects.