Comparison study of surface-initiated hydrogel coatings with distinct side-chains for improving biocompatibility of polymeric heart valves

Y Chen, Y Guo, X Li, Y Chen, J Wang, H Qian… - Biomaterials …, 2024 - pubs.rsc.org
Polymeric heart valves (PHVs) present a promising alternative for treating valvular heart
diseases with satisfactory hydrodynamics and durability against structural degeneration …

PVA/silica hybrid hydrogel with ultra-high strength and toughness

X Tan, C Liang, S Bai, P Lan, Y Ren, J Zhao… - Journal of Materials …, 2024 - Springer
Due to the good biocompatibility, polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) hydrogels have attracted the
attention of many biomaterial researchers. However, the low strength and poor toughness of …