Patent applications progress of surface modification of joint implants for the antibacterial activity
The surface modification of joint implants for the antibacterial activity is of great clinical and social significance in preventing postoperative infections in Total Joint Arthroplasty(TJA).In recent years,related research and development have received continuous attention.This article mainly provides a review of patent applications related to antibiotics,drug carriers,antibacterial performance implant materials,and medical devices.Based on patent application data from the past 10 years,research hotspots and technological development are analyzed and summarized.