| Abstract Scope |
Bioresorbable implants are transforming healthcare by providing temporary medical devices that safely disappear after fulfilling their function. Made from biodegradable polymers and metals such as PLA, Zn, and Mg, they are increasingly used in orthopedics, cardiovascular medicine, and tissue engineering. By eliminating secondary removal surgeries, they reduce complications, infection risks, and healthcare costs by 20–40% per patient. However, their degradation rate must be carefully matched to tissue healing while maintaining sufficient mechanical strength throughout recovery. Achieving controlled corrosion, long-term mechanical reliability, and excellent biocompatibility without releasing harmful degradation products remains a major challenge. This project aims to develop biodegradable porous Zn–Mg scaffolds with controlled porosity, coated with nanocellulose-reinforced polymer layers incorporating silver nanoparticles. The proposed multifunctional coatings are designed to improve mechanical performance, regulate corrosion, provide antibacterial activity, and promote bone regeneration, offering a safer and more effective solution for next-generation temporary orthopedic implants. |