Condition whereby the body does not respond to a foreign substance (e.g., metal) but recognizes it immunologically as self. Biocompatible materials do not lead to acute or chronic inflammatory responses nor do they prevent proper differentiation of implant‐surrounding tissues.
The compatibility of a donated organ or artificial limb with the living tissue into which it has been introduced or with which it is brought into contact.
The condition of being harmonious with living systems.