Biomedical devices and antimicrobial properties

Infections within the hospital environment and associated with biomedical devices are a significant public health concern. In this context, it is crucial to develop biomedical devices with antibacterial properties. This cutting-edge approach opens up the possibility of assessing the functionality of a biomedical device, such as implants, probes, medical and hospital equipment, in both small and large animal models, while simultaneously evaluating its antimicrobial activity in in vitro tests simulating the physiological environment bioreactors that simulate biofilm formation. Within this general objective, this service provides a broad understanding of the behaviour of implantable devices in the physiological fluid environment by characterising the surface of such devices. In addition, the evaluation of the antibacterial behaviour of biocompatible devices will be carried out by means of in vitro tests with bacteria, which can be performed in both static and dynamic conditions.

Description

This service provides an added value by offering the opportunity to conduct studies using both large and small animal models in accordance with ISO standards. Additionally, it enables in vitro analysis of new device’s antimicrobial capacity by simulating the formation of biofilms, a critical factor in bacterial resistance and growth, and how the surface of biomedical devices could be altered after removal for full characterisation.

More info: https://www.nanbiosis.es/analysis-of-biomedical-devices-and-antimicrobial-properties/