Polysciences Inc. Poly(Dioxanone-Co-Glycolide), 90:10, IV 1.9 dL/g
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CAS Number:
N/ALinear Formula:
(C4
H6
O3
)m
(C2
H2
O2
)n
Product Overview
Poly(Dioxanone-co-glycolide) (PDOGA) is a biodegradable copolymer tuned for quick absorption and has applications with biomedical devices including surgical sutures, staples, meshes, and controlled drug delivery. Compared to PDO homopolymer, PDOGA has faster degradation with no little change in mechanical properties.
Shipping Requirements:Dry Ice
Synonyms/Acronyms: PDOGA
PDO-PLGA
Dioxanone and Glycolide CopolymerProperties
Viscosity: ~1.9 dL/g [i.v.]
Appearance: White to off-white solid
Molecular Weight: -
Biodegradation Time: ~ Weeks to months
References
1. Prieto, Edna M., et al. "Injectable foams for regenerative medicine." Wiley Interdisciplinary Reviews: Nanomedicine and Nanobiotechnology 6.2 (2014): 136-154.
https://doi.org/10.1002/wnan.1248
2. Barone, DTJ., JM. Raquez, and Ph Dubois. "Boneguided regeneration: from inert biomaterials to bioactive polymer (nano) composites." Polymers for Advanced Technologies 22.5 (2011): 463-475.
https://doi.org/10.1002/pat.1845
Safety and Storage
Hazards: Harmless - use normal precautions; Hygroscopic
Handling: Gloves & fume hood
Storage: Protect from moisture. Store at -20C.
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