Synthesis, characterization and blood compatibility studies of waterproof breathable polyurethanes

Peng Wang, Jianbin Luo, Minhui Du, Chengsheng He, Cuirong Fan, Yinping Zhong

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Abstract

Adopting the two-step method and changing the proportion between PEG (Polyethylene glycol) and PTMG (poly (tetrahydrofuran), we used the MDI (4,4'-diphenylmethane diisocyanate) and short chain extender BDO (1,4-butanediol) as hard segment, the PTMG and PEG as soft segment, and hence prepared a series of polyether-based thermoplastic polyurethanes. FTIR showed the structure character of these polyurethanes. The determination of mechanics property and water contact angles revealed their good mechanics properties and hydrophilicity. Blood compatibility was evaluated by hemolysis test and platelet adhesion test, which revealed their good hemocompatibility. So those polyurethanes may be of wide application in the future.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)734-738
Number of pages5
JournalShengwu Yixue Gongchengxue Zazhi/Journal of Biomedical Engineering
Volume22
Issue number4
StatePublished - Aug 2005
Externally publishedYes

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