Characterization of PLGA based composite nerve guidance conduits: effect of F127 content on modulus over time in simulated physiological conditions.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
PLGA/pluronic F127 based nerve guidance conduits (NGCs) for peripheral nerve regeneration offer excellent potential for clinical use. To date, little emphasis has been directed towards the effect of pluronic F127 on their subsequent mechanical properties as a function of degradation time or the physiological environment. This report was designed to redress the balance. This study synthesised 5 groups of 20wt% PLGA NGCs with varied additions of pluronic F127 (range 0-5wt%) to obtain Young's Moduli (E) in the range of 7-107MPa, depending on degradation conditions and pluronic F127 content.
Medical subject headings
- Elastic Modulus
- Lactic Acid
- Nerve Regeneration
- Polyethylenes
- Polyglycolic Acid
- Polypropylenes
- Tissue Scaffolds