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Standard Test Method for in vitro Degradation Testing of Hydrolytically Degradable Polymer Resins and Fabricated Forms for Surgical Implants
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Scope
1.1 This test method covers in vitro degradation of hydrolytically degradable polymers (HDP) intended for use in surgical implants.
1.2 The requirements of this test method apply to HDPs in various forms:
1.2.1 Virgin polymer resins, or
1.2.2 Any form fabricated from virgin polymer such as a semi-finished component of a finished product, a finished product, which may include packaged and sterilized implants, or a specially fabricated test specimen.
1.3 This test method has no provisions for mechanical loading, fluid flow, or other dynamic challenges.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Keywords
absorbable; bioabsorbable; degradation; in vitro; hydrolytically degradable polymer; hydrolysis; PLA, poly(l-lactic acid); poly(d-lactide); poly(d,l-lactide); PGA, poly(glycolide); poly(caprolactone); poly(p-dioxanone); surgical implant; ICS Number Code 11.040.40 (Implants for surgery, prothetics and orthotics)
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Document Number
ASTM-F1635-04
Revision Level
2004 EDITION
Status
Superseded
Modification Type
Revision with Title Change
Publication Date
May 1, 2004
Document Type
Test Method
Page Count
5 pages
Committee Number
F04.15