Polymers disposable medical products

Malik A. Polymers and fibres in disposable medical products. Asian Text J 2001 10(1) 36-10. 

MAJOR USES Production of polyacrylamide polymers used as a chemical intermediate in the production of N-methylol acrylamide and N-butoxyacrylamide absorbent in disposable diapers, medical products and agricultural products sugar beet juice clarification adhesives printing ink emulsion stabilizers thickening agents for agricultural sprays. 

Nonwoven products ranging from medical disposables to automotive fabrics are required to meet specific flammability standards. These fabrics are generally composed of cellulosic and/or synthetic fibers which are flammable. Additionally, polymer coatings are applied to the fabric to impart properties such as strength, abrasion resistance and overall binding. It is the purpose of this paper to describe the various polymer coatings commonly used in the nonwovens industry and their effect on flammability of the substrates. Additionally, the effect of flame retardant additives, commonly used in latex formulations, will be discussed. 

Styrene butadiene copolymers can be processed by injection molding, extrusion, thermoforming, and blow molding. The polymer does not need to be dried prior to use. Styrene butadiene copolymers are used in toys, housewares, and medical applications. Thermoformed products include disposable food packaging such as cups, bowls, clam shells, deli containers, and lids. Blister packs and other display packaging also use styrene butadiene copolymers. Other packaging applications include shrink wrap and vegetable wrap. ... 

There are other applications of polymers in medicine, such as membranes for blood purification or separation of blood components, medical disposal (syringes, catheters, blood bags, sanitary products), dental fillings, resorbable bone nails, drug delivery systems, hydrogels, and different products for clinical diagnostics. 

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