Analysis of polyhydroxyethyl methacrylate coatings on polyethylene terephthalate fabric substrates for cardiovascular prosthetic applications

Abstract

Collagen thickness of 20% HEMA, 1.5% EGDM radiation initiated polymerization bulk hydrogel sample. Extent of tissue ingrowth of a 20% HEMA, 1.5% EGDM radiation initiated polymerization bulk hydrogel sample. Scanning electron micrograph of 20% HEMA, 1.5% EGDf^ radiation initiated polymerization into the Dacron® velour network before implantation (scale bar = 50 ym).