| Literature DB >> 9659600 |
R Yoda1.
Abstract
Current topics in elastomers for biomedical applications are reviewed. Elastomeric biomaterials, such as silicones, thermoplastic elastomers, polyolefin and polydiene elastomers, poly(vinyl chloride), natural rubber, heparinized polymers, hydrogels, polypeptides elastomers and others are described. In addition biomedical applications, such as cardiovascular devices, prosthetic devices, general medical care products, transdermal therapeutic systems, orthodontics, and ophthalmology are reviewed as well. Elastomers will find increasing use in medical products, offering biocompatibility, durability, design flexibility, and favorable performance/cost ratios. Elastomers will play a key role in medical technology of the future.Entities:
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Year: 1998 PMID: 9659600 DOI: 10.1163/156856298x00046
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Biomater Sci Polym Ed ISSN: 0920-5063 Impact factor: 3.517