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Biocompatible block copolymer

US5665831A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 10, 1995
Grant dateSep 9, 1997
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Expiry dateAug 10, 2015

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08G63/06
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The biocompatible multi-block copolymer is obtainable by linear polycondensation of at least two .alpha.,.omega.-dihydroxypolyesters acid and/or .alpha.,.omega.-dihydroxypolyethers with a diisocyanate, diacid halide or phosgene. The block copolymer is preferably degradable in the human or animal body. The block copolymer is suitable for the production of medical implants and surgical aids.

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