Preparation of a Cross-Linked Cartilage Acellular-Matrix Film and Its In Vivo Evaluation as an Antiadhesive Barrier

In this paper, a cartilage acellular-matrix (CAM) is chosen as a biomaterial for an effective antiadhesive barrier to apply between injured tissue and healthy tissues or organs. CAM is cross-linked using glutaraldehyde to create a cross-linked CAM (Cx-CAM) film. Cx-CAM has higher elastic modulus and...

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Main Authors: Joon Yeong Park, Bo Ram Song, Jin Woo Lee, Seung Hun Park, Tae Woong Kang, Hee-Woong Yun, Sang-Hyug Park, Byoung Hyun Min, Moon Suk Kim
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-02-01
Series:Polymers
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/11/2/247