Biodegradation of Polyanhydrides

Abstract

Introduction Degradation: A Real Meaning Mechanisms Involved in Degradation Historical Outline Polymer Erosion Changes in Polymer Structure During Erosion Factors Affecting Degradation Synthesis Structures Surface Analysis Polyanhydride Degradation: In-vitro and In-vivo Approaches In-vitro Degradation and Drug Release In-vivo Degradation and Drug Release Modeling of Polymer Erosion Production of Polyanhydrides World Market Applications Patents Outlook and Perspectives Keywords: polyanhydrides; biodegradation; surface erosion; bulk erosion; surface analysis; modeling; drug release; biocompatible polymer