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Biocompatible polyurethane-based hydrogel

J A Braatz1

  • 1W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn., Department of Mammalian Cell Research, Columbia, MD 21044.

Journal of Biomaterials Applications
|July 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

A novel polyurethane polymer prevents protein adsorption on surfaces, making it suitable for diverse biomedical uses. This non-toxic material can be formulated as a hydrogel, coating, or conjugate for various applications.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Polymer Chemistry
  • Surface Science

Background:

  • Protein adsorption on surfaces is a major challenge in biomedical applications, often leading to adverse biological responses.
  • Developing materials that resist protein adsorption is crucial for improving device performance and biocompatibility.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate a novel polyurethane polymer for its potential in various biomedical applications.
  • To investigate the polymer's ability to prevent protein adsorption.
  • To explore different formulations of the polymer for tailored applications.

Main Methods:

  • Synthesis of a trifunctional poly(ethyleneoxide-propylene oxide) triol prepolymer end-capped with isophorone diisocyanate.
  • Evaluation of the prepolymer's reactivity with water to form hydrogels, coatings, or soluble conjugates.
  • Assessment of protein adsorption on polymer-coated surfaces.
  • Demonstration of the polymer's non-toxic nature in various biological systems.

Main Results:

  • The developed polyurethane polymer effectively prevents protein adsorption when coated on a surface.
  • The prepolymer can be converted into hydrogels, thin coatings, or soluble conjugates.
  • The polymer exhibited non-toxic properties across multiple tested systems.

Conclusions:

  • The evaluated polyurethane polymer demonstrates significant potential for diverse biomedical applications due to its protein-repellent properties.
  • Its versatility in formulation (hydrogel, coating, conjugate) allows for customized use in medical devices and therapies.
  • The demonstrated non-toxicity further supports its suitability for in vivo and in vitro biomedical applications.

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