title: Silicone manufacturing for long-term implants.
abstract: The manufacture of silicone materials, particularly silicone elastomers, is described. Chemistry, typical formulations, ingredients, and manufacturing procedures and problems are discussed. Sources and testing for contamination and extractables are reviewed.
authors.affiliation: NuSil Technology, Carpinteria, CA 93013, USA.
authors.forename: R A
authors.initials: RA
authors.lastname: Compton
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D012826:Silicone Elastomers / Q000138:chemical synthesis / Q000737:chemistry; D012828:Silicones / Q000138:chemical synthesis / Q000737:chemistry