POLYISOBUTYLENE-BASED POLYURETHANES FOR MEDICAL IMPLANT DEVICES

Abstract

Methods are disclosed for preparing polyurethane or polyurea polymers with crosslinks between polymer chains as well as orthopedic devices and other medical implant devices formed by the polyurethane or polyurea polymers and related methods of fabricating and/or assembling such devices. The crosslinks can enhance their mechanical, thermal, chemical, electrical, and dimensional properties, providing improved performance and expanding their range of applications compared to non-crosslinked polymers.

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