ABSTRACT

Polyurethanes in Biomedical Applications studies the use of polyurethanes in implanted medical devices. This analysis describes the concepts of polymer science, the manufacture of polyurethanes, and the biological responses to implant polyurethanes, reflecting the developments in biomaterials science and the interdisciplinary nature of bioengineering.

chapter 1|4 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|22 pages

The Chemistry of Polyurethane Copolymers

chapter 5|24 pages

Surface Characterization of Polyurethanes

chapter 8|24 pages

Degradation of Polyurethanes

chapter 9|50 pages

Polyurethanes in Biomedical Applications

chapter 10|2 pages

Summary and Future Perspectives