Is There a Threshold in the Antibacterial Action of Superhydrophobic Surfaces?
ACS Appl Mater Interfaces
; 9(45): 39781-39789, 2017 Nov 15.
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ABSTRACT
The realization of antibacterial surfaces is an important scientific problem, which may be addressed by the use of superhydrophobic surfaces, reducing bacterial adhesion. However, there are several limitations and contradicting reports on the antibacterial efficacy of such surfaces. Moreover, achieving antibacterial action through minimization of adhesion does not ensure complete protection against bacteria. Here, we identify the important factors affecting antibacterial action on superhydrophobic surfaces, emphasizing the role of bacterial concentration, and observing an upper concentration threshold above which antibacterial action of any surface is compromised. Finally, we propose metal enriched, superhydrophobic surfaces, as the "ultimate" "hybrid" antibacterial surfaces for in vitro applications.
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MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Antibacterianos
Tipo de estudio:
Prognostic_studies
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En
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ACS Appl Mater Interfaces
Asunto de la revista:
BIOTECNOLOGIA
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ENGENHARIA BIOMEDICA
Año:
2017
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Article