XPS and SIMS studies of biodegradable suture materials

XPS and SIMS have been used to examine the surface composition of copolymers of glycolide (cyclic dimer of glycolic acid) and trimethylene carbonate (TMC) as solvent‐cast films. XPS results on the polymers agree with bulk composition data. SIMS measurements suggest surface enrichment of the TMC comp...

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Published in:Surface and interface analysis 1991-05, Vol.17 (5), p.259-266
Main Authors: Brinen, J. S., Greenhouse, S., Jarrett, P. K.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Biological properties
Exact sciences and technology
Polymer industry, paints, wood
Properties and testing
Technology of polymers
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Summary:XPS and SIMS have been used to examine the surface composition of copolymers of glycolide (cyclic dimer of glycolic acid) and trimethylene carbonate (TMC) as solvent‐cast films. XPS results on the polymers agree with bulk composition data. SIMS measurements suggest surface enrichment of the TMC component.
ISSN:0142-2421
1096-9918
DOI:10.1002/sia.740170507