Abstract
Hydroxylated and C16 acylated silicone rubber films were prepared with enhanced albumin binding. Lee-White clotting times were significantly increased for both treatments. Hydroxylation significantly reduced C5a production. Hydroxylated silicone rubber femoral vein catheters in canines reduced 111In-labeled platelet activity, compared with bilateral silicone rubber catheter controls. The results suggest hydroxylated silicone rubber films have enhanced biocompatibility.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | M192-M193 |
Journal | ASAIO Transactions |
Volume | 37 |
Issue number | 3 |
State | Published - Jul 1991 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Biophysics