title: Properties and applications of Bioplast, an absorbable surgical implant material from fibrin.
abstract: Bioplast is the only commercially available absorbable implant material. Compression moulded from fibrin, it is a yellowish, translucent and flexible material which is thermally stable below 170 degrees C. Its mechanical strength depends on glycerol content. Crosslinking with formaldehyde reduces swelling and digestibility. Bioplant is non-antigenic and capable of being absorbed by polymorphonuclear digestive action. The non-toxic metabolites are eliminated via the kidneys while the site is invaded by host tissue. Clinical applications are mentioned.
mesh_terms: D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D001704:Biopolymers; D005337:Fibrin / Q000276:immunology; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D014945:Wound Healing
chemical_list: D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D001704:Biopolymers; C028829:bioplast (fibrin); D005337:Fibrin