Antimicrobial Film for Future Implants (IMAGE)

INSERM (Institut national de la santé et de la recherche médicale)

Antimicrobial Film for Future Implants

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The implantation of medical devices is not without risks. Bacterial or fungal infections can occur and the body's strong immune response may lead to the rejection of the implant. Researchers have succeeded in creating a biofilm with antimicrobial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties.

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