A Review of Xyloglucan: Self-Aggregation, Hydrogel Formation, Mucoadhesion and Uses in Medical Devices
The present paper reviews the self-aggregation, gel-forming and adsorption properties of xyloglucan (XG), and its main applications as a medical device for wound dressings, mucosal protection and ocular lubrication, as well as its uses as an excipient. XG is a branched polysaccharide composed of a c...
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-12-01
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| Series: | Macromol |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2673-6209/2/4/37 |