nietabsorbeerbare

Nietabsorbeerbare is a Dutch term meaning not absorbable. It describes materials or substances that cannot be broken down and absorbed by the body's tissues over time. In medical contexts, nietabsorbeerbare materials are intended to remain in the body for extended periods or indefinitely, unless surgically removed. The term can also be written as niet absorberbaar or niet-absorbeerbaar, with hyphenation varying by style.

In medicine, surgery, and dentistry, non-absorbable materials are used when long-term or permanent structural support is required. Examples include non-absorbable sutures such as nylon and polypropylene, as well as implants and meshes made from titanium, polyester, or PTFE. In dentistry and maxillofacial procedures, non-absorbable membranes and graft materials are employed for guided bone regeneration or socket preservation. Non-absorbable materials are chosen for their enduring mechanical strength and stability, provided they are biocompatible and suitable for the clinical situation.

Properties and considerations: Non-absorbable materials resist degradation by bodily enzymes or fluids and typically remain in place for the long term. They should be biocompatible, radiopaque when imaging is required, and possess appropriate strength and flexibility for their intended use. Potential downsides include chronic foreign body reactions, infection risk, and the need for removal or revision if complications arise or if prolonged presence is undesirable.

See also: Absorbable materials, Sutures, Biocompatibility, Implant materials, Guided bone regeneration.