Bacteria, Biofilms, and Devices: The Possible Protective Role of Phosphorylcholine Materials
- 1 February 2000
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Mary Ann Liebert Inc in Journal of Endourology
- Vol. 14 (1) , 39-42
- https://doi.org/10.1089/end.2000.14.39
Abstract
Phosphorylcholine (PC)-surfaced alloplastic materials improve the biocompatibility of medical devices in contact with blood or tears. Recent experimental studies support the contention that PC surfaces also retard bacterial and crystal adhesion in urine.Keywords
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