The investigation of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) plasticiser migration and extraction from medical grade poly vinyl chloride by in vitro and ex vivo methods

Plasticised poly (vinyl) chloride (PPVC) is one of the most commonly utilised plastics in clinical practice. However, its has recently come under much scrutiny due to perceived adverse affects associated with migration of the plasticiser di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) on contact of the PPVC with...

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Main Author: Horne, David Charles
Published: University of Strathclyde 2011
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.665204