Medical devices such as indwelling catheters present special challenges in microbial infection, since the devices are kept in place for extended periods.
KEY BIOFLUX ADVANTAGES FOR MEDICAL DEVICE INFECTION STUDIES:
- Microfluidic platform allows for reduced sample, volume-enabling the use of primary media including: saliva, plasma, urine, and tears
- Silicone bottom plates feature all-PDMS flow channels to address the need for research regarding biofilms that attribute to medical device infections
- Custom substrate plates feature the ability to add any material to the bottom of microfluidic flow chambers, and enable a full range of experimental protocols utilizing custom substrates
- Control physiological parameters and observe bacterial attachment and biofilm growth over a variety of substrates
- Research can include infections of dental implants; orthopedic implants; in-dwelling device surfaces; and environmental biofilms in industrial settings
Learn more, read the Biofilms dedicated section!