Biofilms on medical devices: Formation mechanisms and prevention techniques
https://doi.org/10.34215/1609-1175-2025-1-10-15
Abstract
This paper analyzes the mechanisms of biofilm formation on the surfaces of medical devices. On the basis of various experimental studies, prevention techniques for biofilm formation implying various substances that reduce the adhesion of microorganisms to the surface of the device and perform antibacterial activity are described.
About the Authors
V. N. Yemelyanov
Military Medical Academy;
St. Petersburg Medical and Social Institute
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
V. A. Virko
Military Medical Academy
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Viktor A. Virko, Junior Researcher,
Akademika Lebedeva str., St. Petersburg, 1940446
A. A. Ognedyuk
Military Medical Academy
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
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