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Study of poly(L-lactide) microparticles based on supercritical CO2.

Ai-Zheng Chen1, Xi-Ming Pu, Yun-Qing Kang

  • 1College of Materials Science and Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610064 Sichuan, China.

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|June 15, 2007
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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Polymer Science

Background:

  • Poly(L-lactide) (PLLA) is a biodegradable polymer with applications in drug delivery and tissue engineering.
  • Controlling microparticle characteristics is crucial for optimizing PLLA-based material performance.
  • Supercritical fluid technology offers a promising route for microparticle fabrication.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the preparation of Poly(L-lactide) (PLLA) microparticles using a supercritical anti-solvent process.
  • To determine the influence of critical process parameters on PLLA microparticle properties.
  • To achieve controlled particle size and morphology for potential applications.

Main Methods:

  • Supercritical anti-solvent (SAS) process was employed for PLLA microparticle preparation.

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  • Systematic variation of parameters including PLLA concentration, solvent composition, pressure, temperature, and flow rates.
  • Analysis of microparticle surface morphology, particle size, and particle size distribution.

    • Main Results:

    • The saturation ratio of the PLLA solution, organic solution concentration, and solution flow rate were identified as critical factors influencing product properties.
    • Microparticles with mean diameters ranging from 0.64 to 6.64 micrometers were successfully produced.
    • The solution-enhanced dispersion by supercritical fluids (SEDS) process, utilizing a dichloromethane/acetone mixture, yielded fine microparticles.

    Conclusions:

    • The supercritical anti-solvent process provides effective control over PLLA microparticle characteristics.
    • Adjusting operational parameters allows for tailoring microparticle size and morphology.
    • The SEDS process is a viable method for producing fine PLLA microparticles with controlled properties.