The evolution of implantable devices and the role of biomedical-grade silicone
By Elkem Silicones
One in ten Americans will have a device implanted in their body, including stents, insulin pumps, cochlear implants and artificial knees. Medical grade silicone, due to its chemical inertness, is suitable for long-term implantable devices and products. This white paper explores the history and evolution of implantable devices and the transformative role of biomedical-grade silicone.