[Hemocompatibility testing of polymers].

Abstract

Haemoincompatibility induced by contact with artificial materials is a major obstacle to further development of artificial organs and accounts for much of morbidity in circumstances when the blood is circulated through an extracorporeal system or a catheter is placed. Material's testing was performed using different models and a score system (0-60 scorepoints) was developed. Our models can characterize ex vivo haemocompatibility of different polymers. Flow characteristics and preanalytical effects (e.g. anticoagulants) may not be neglected.