Question

The four types of resolution response after implantation of a device/biomaterial are

(i) extrusion,

(ii) resorption,

(iii) integration, and

(iv) encapsulation.

What type of resolution response occurs with each of the following device/biomaterial (note: in some case, more that one type of resolution is possible): a. Splinter

b. Degradable tissue engineering scaffold

c. Titanium bone screw

d. Degradable meniscal arrow (used to repair meniscal tears)

e. Breast implant

f. Artificial heart valve leaflet

g. Catheter h. Surface scar tissue (scab)