Dopamine based adhesive nano-coatings on extracellular matrix (ECM) based grafts for enhanced host–graft interfacing affinity
Chao Tao, Min Jin, Hang Yao, Dong‐An Wang
Abstract
An adhesive nano-coating on extracellular matrix (ECM) based grafts, which could crosslink in situ with ferric ions for fixation with surrounding tissues after implantation without affecting the porous structures of the grafts, was developed.
Topics & Concepts
InterfacingAdhesiveExtracellular matrixAdhesionMaterials scienceNano-Matrix (chemical analysis)Host (biology)DopamineNanotechnologyBiomedical engineeringChemistryComposite materialComputer scienceMedicineComputer hardwareBiochemistryEcologyBiologyEndocrinologyLayer (electronics)Polymer Surface Interaction StudiesElectrospun Nanofibers in Biomedical Applications3D Printing in Biomedical Research