Devine D. Bioresorbable Polymers. Biomedical Applications 2ed 2019

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Bioresorbable implants can be processed via conventional polymer processing methods such as extrusion, injection and compressing moulding, solvent spinning or casting. This book addresses issues and highlights recent advances in the use of biodegradable polymers. It is intended for researchers utilizing biodegradable polymers in areas from tissue engineering to controlled release of active pharmaceuticals, as well as industrial processors.
Explores issues in conventional biodegradable polymer processing such as hydrolysis and plasticizing.
Describes alternative processing approaches such as rapid prototyping and micro-/nanofabrication.
Biodegradation and biodegradable polymers
Biodegradable medical implants
Controlled release of poorly soluble active ingredients from bioresorbable polymers
Potential for biodegradable polymer-based nanotechnology in drug delivery
Processing of biodegradable polymers
Cytotoxicity and biocompatibility of bioresorbable polymers