Effects of Non-Conventional Sterilisation Methods on PBO-Reinforced PVA Hydrogels for Cartilage Replacement

Effects of Non-Conventional Sterilisation Methods on PBO-Reinforced PVA Hydrogels for Cartilage Replacement

Articular cartilage (AC) degradation is a recurrent pathology that affects millions of people worldwide. Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) hydrogels have been widely explored for AC replacement. However, their mechanical performance is generally inadequate, and these materials need to be reinforced. Moreover,...

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Main Authors: Tomás Pires, Andreia Sofia Oliveira, Ana Clara Marques, Madalena Salema-Oom, Célio G. Figueiredo-Pina, Diana Silva, Ana Paula Serro
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-10-01
Series:Gels
Subjects:
articular cartilage substitutes
PVA hydrogels
PBO nanofibres
sterilisation
microwave
high hydrostatic pressure
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2310-2861/8/10/640

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