Synthesis and Characterisation of Gelatin-PVA/Hydroxyapetite(HAP) Composite for Medical Applications
Abstract
Biodegradable composite biomaterials play a pivotal role in the healthcare and addressing many challenging issues. Present study reports on the synthesis and characterization of hydroxyapatite (HAP) and gelatine-PVA composite, analyses the incorporation of HAP in gelatine-PVA and investigating their biocompatibility and mechanical properties. The material was prepared in film form by mixing freshly prepared HAP into gelatine-PVA solution and finally drying them to make the composite film. Composite gelatine-PVA were characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffractometry (XRD), Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR), hydrophilic-hydrophobic nature and evaluated for its strength, hemocompatibility and Cytotoxicity. This composite material as fabricated and characterized, may be used as a target material for bone refurbishment including dental filling patches.
- Publication:
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Materials Science and Engineering Conference Series
- Pub Date:
- September 2018
- DOI:
- 10.1088/1757-899X/410/1/012021
- Bibcode:
- 2018MS&E..410a2021B