Browsing Dissertations & Theses by Author "Eberhart, Robert"
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Biomechanical Properties Of Anterior Vaginal Wall Tissue In Post-menopausal Women
Bhatt, Aradhana (Biomedical Engineering, 2007-08-23)Cystocele repair in post-menopausal women suffering from urinary incontinence and associated vaginal prolapse is a common method of palliation. In this method, there is surgical reduction of vaginal tissue and the weak ... -
Drug Loaded Polymeric Blends For Developing Vascular Stents
Dasnurkar, Anup C (Biomedical Engineering, 2007-08-23)In-stent restenosis and neo-intimal hyperplasia are long-term limitations of metallic stents. Local delivery of medications to transluminal angioplasty sites to prevent restenosis is receiving worldwide attention. Development ... -
An Evaluation Of The Biomechanical Properties Of The Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System
Ruff, Matthew David (Biomedical Engineering, 2010-03-29)The Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System (SMAS) is a well defined tissue layer of the face commonly utilized in facial surgery, including facelifts. There are several reasons for the utilization of this tissue, including ... -
Fabrication And Mechanical Characterization Of A Two-ply Cross Fiber Stent And Fibers Comprising Blends Of Poly(L-lactic Acid)
Gampa, Sushma (Biomedical Engineering, 2007-08-23)Recent studies indicate that stabilization of vulnerable atherosclerotic plaques is critical for minimizing acute coronary syndromes. In this regard a new biodegradable stent design, the Two-ply cross fiber stent, has been ... -
Magnetically Anchored "reduced Trocar" Laparoscopy: Evolution Of Surgical Robotics
Bergs, Richard (Biomedical Engineering, 2007-08-23)Laparoscopic surgery has become increasingly popular over the last few years due to its benefits; lower morbidity, less perceived pain, better cosmesis results, and less hospital time. For the surgeon however, there are ...