摘要 |
A composition of matter for matrix conformance formed from an aqueous solution of an alginate polysaccharide and a method of forming an alginate polysaccharide gel. A Group IIA cation, Fe2+, Fe3+, Al3+, Mn2+, Zn2+, a dialdehyde, or a diamine may be used to crosslink the resulting alginate gel. The gel may also comprise a modifier, such as a polyvinyl alcohol, a polycarboxylic acid, or a polyacrylamide. The rate and extent of crosslinking are controlled by varying the alginate molecular weight, the alginate concentration, or the type and concentration of crosslinker, or by adding a sequestering agent such as EDTA or citrate.
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