The Clinical Nanomedicine Handbook

Designed to foster a stronger awareness and exploration of the subject by practicing clinicians, medical researchers, and scientists, this volume discusses the integration of nanotechnology, biology, and medicine from a clinical point of view. The book highlights relevant research and applications by specialty, examining nanotechnology’s potential to solve medical problems. It explores nanotechnology applications for infectious diseases, in dermatology, ophthalmology, urology, in preventive medicine and public health, and in vascular medicine and surgery. The book also examines therapeutic applications and targeted delivery of nanomedicines and nanopharmaceutical products.

Designed to foster a stronger awareness and exploration of the subject by practicing clinicians, medical researchers and scientists, The Clinical Nanomedicine Handbook discusses the integration of nanotechnology, biology, and medicine from a clinical point of view. The book highlights relevant research and applications by specialty; it examines nanotechnology in depth, and the potential to solve medical problems. It also increases literacy in nanotechnology, and allows for more effective communication and collaboration between disciplines.

•  Details worldwide developments in nanomedicine
•  Provides a comprehensive roadmap of the state of nanomedicine in numerous medical specialties
•  Bridges the gap between basic science research, engineering, nanotechnology, and medicine

This text discusses what nanomedicine is, how it is currently used, and considers its potential for future applications.

It serves as a reference for clinicians, including physicians, nurses, health-care providers, dentists, scientists, and researchers involved in clinical applications of nanotechnology.