THERAPEUTIC POLYESTERS AND POLYAMIDES

摘要

Polymers (i.e. polyesters, polyamides, and polythioesters or a mixture thereof) which degrade hydrolytically into biologically active compounds are provided. Methods of producing these polymers, intermediates useful for preparing these polymers, and methods of using these polymers to deliver biologically active compounds to a host are also provided. Medical implants based on the polymers of the invention are also provided.