Abstract

The experimental data of usage of carbon coated medical implants and prostheses are described. It was found that the best results are achieved with carbyne coatings. Carbyne is the linear carbon form based on the sp-bond. Carbyne covered material are produced by specific chemical and physical processes.

From long term experiments an excellent result was obtained in biocompatibility, thromboresistivity and flexibility of vascular-, urethra- and endoprostheses. Application of carbyne coated prostheses increases the probability of positive operation results by 30% and widens the operating capabilities especially for small diameter veins and arteries.

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