Polymers in Clinical Practice: A Beginning of a Revolution
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 3
Abstract
The science of polymer engineering has led to the development of a wide range of compounds which offer an extensive spectrum of physical and chemical properties rendering these compounds therapeutically useful. These compounds are now widely used in a variety of surgical settings thus providing superior surgical results without significant side effects. The paper reviews the basics of polymer compounds relevant to clinical practice.
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Parth Vagholkar
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