Preparation and characterization of silicone rubber/nano-copper nanocomposites for use in intrauterine devices.
Biomed Mater Eng
; 24(1): 1269-74, 2014.
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ABSTRACT
In this work, a novel silicone rubber/nano-copper nanocomposite for use in intrauterine devices (IUDs) was developed. Moreover, the release rate of Cu2+ ions and the water absorption of the prepared nanocomposite were investigated in detail. The results indicate that the release rate of Cu2+ ions and water absorption capability of the silicone rubber/nanocopper nanocomposite increase as the nano-copper content increases. SEM analysis suggested there is a uniform dispersion of nano-copper in the silicone matrix. Further, systematic analysis indicated that the release rate of Cu2+ ions in the prepared nanocomposite-based IUD can be stabilized for months, which is not possible in the case of traditional IUDs.
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Elastômeros de Silicone
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Cobre
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Nanocompostos
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Dispositivos Intrauterinos
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2014
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