HYDROPHOBIC DERIVATIVES OF NATURAL BIODEGRADABLE POLYSACCHARIDES AND USES THEREOF

摘要

Hydrophobic derivatives of natural biodegradable polymers and uses thereof are described. The derivatives are exemplified by low molecular weight hydrophobic derivatives of a(1?4)glucopyranose polymers and non-reducing polysaccharides. The hydrophobic polysaccharides can be formed matrices for various uses, including body members of implantable articles, coatings, and consumer items. The matrices have desirable properties, which are advantageous for use in vivo.