Poly(lactic acid) blends in biomedical applications

• Published in: Advanced drug delivery reviews Vol. 107; pp. 47 - 59
• Main Authors: Saini, P., Arora, M., Kumar, M.N.V. Ravi
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Netherlands Elsevier B.V 15.12.2016
• Subjects: Biocompatible; Biocompatible Materials - chemistry; Biodegradable; Blends; Drug delivery; Drug Delivery Systems; Humans; Lactic Acid - chemistry; Polyesters - chemistry; Polymers - chemistry; Tissue Engineering; Biocompatible; Drug delivery; Biodegradable; Blends; Tissue engineering

Poly(lactic acid) (PLA) has become a “material of choice” in biomedical applications for its ability to fulfill complex needs that typically include properties such as biocompatibility, biodegradability, mechanical strength, and processability. Despite the advantages of pure PLA in a wider spectrum...