Hydrogel Applications

Medical Hydrogel

The lubricity and anti-coagulant characteristics of AMPS^® monomer are also useful in a number of hydrogel applications, particularly in coatings for medical devices that come into contact with tissue, blood or other biofluids.

The characteristic high water absorbing capacity and electrical conductivity of polymers containing AMPS monomer make them ideally suited for medical hydrogels. They improve electrical conductivity, adhesion, absorption and oxidative stability for such applications as defibrillator pads, EKG electrodes, and similar medical equipment.  AMPS monomer-containing polymers are also well-suited for unique applications such as drug delivery, transdermal patches and a variety of wound care applications.