Course Title:
 DESIGN OF ARTIFICIAL ORGANS AND MEDICAL DEVICES
Code:
 BME-A18
Semester: 2nd
Weekly teaching hours CREDITS (ECTS)
Lecture: 2 5

SYLLABUS
Theoretical classes: Systematic use of cell-matrix control volumes; The role of stress analysis in the design process; Considerations and constraints of anatomic fit, shape and size of artificial organs and implants; Properties and selection of biomaterials; Instrumentation and planning for surgical implantation procedures; Preclinical testing for safety and efficacy, including risk/benefit ratio assessment evaluation of clinical performance and design of clinical trials.

Practical classes: Team projects focused on design of orthopedic devices, soft tissue implants, and artificial organs.

Learning outcomes
Learning Outcomes for the course “Design of Artificial Organs and Medical Devices” are as follows:

  • Understand the methodology and approaches used in the design process of artificial organs and implantable medical devices.
  • Apply systematic cell-matrix control volume techniques to analyze and solve clinical problems related to the design of medical devices.
  • Recognize the role of stress analysis in the design and optimization of artificial organs and implants.
  • Consider anatomic fit, shape, and size constraints when designing artificial organs and implants.
  • Evaluate the properties of biomaterials and select appropriate materials for the construction of medical devices.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of instrumentation and surgical planning required for the successful implantation of medical devices.
  • Understand the preclinical testing procedures for assessing the safety, efficacy, and risk/benefit ratio of medical devices.
  • Evaluate the clinical performance of medical devices and design appropriate clinical trials for their validation

General Competences
  • Design Thinking: Apply a systematic and innovative approach to the design process of artificial organs and implantable medical devices.
  • Biomedical Engineering Principles: Understand and apply fundamental principles of biomedical engineering, including biomaterials, stress analysis, and clinical considerations.
  • Problem Solving: Identify and analyze clinical problems related to medical devices, and develop effective solutions through critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Biomaterials Selection: Evaluate the properties and characteristics of biomaterials and select appropriate materials for the construction of medical devices, considering biocompatibility and functional requirements.
  • Anatomy and Biomechanics: Consider anatomic fit, shape, and size constraints when designing artificial organs and implants, taking into account anatomical variations and biomechanical factors.
  • Surgical Planning and Instrumentation: Understand the instrumentation and planning required for the surgical implantation of medical devices, ensuring successful integration and functionality.
  • Preclinical Testing and Evaluation: Perform preclinical testing to assess the safety, efficacy, and risk/benefit ratio of medical devices, and conduct evaluation of clinical performance through appropriate methodologies.
  • Ethical Considerations: Understand and adhere to ethical guidelines and principles in the design, development, and implementation of artificial organs and medical devices, considering patient safety and welfare.