Abstract: The biocompatible multi-block copolymer is obtainable by linear polycondensation of at least two .alpha.,.omega.-dihydroxypolyesters acid and/or .alpha.,.omega.-dihydroxypolyethers with a diisocyanate, diacid halide or phosgene. The block copolymer is preferably degradable in the human or animal body. The block copolymer is suitable for the production of medical implants and surgical aids.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
August 10, 1995
Date of Patent:
September 9, 1997
Assignees:
Peter Neuenschwander, Georg K. Uhlschmid, Ulrich W. Suter
Inventors:
Peter Neuenschwander, Georg K. Uhlschmid, Ulrich W. Suter, Gianluca Ciardelli, Thomas Hirt, Olivier Keiser, Kazushige Kojima, Andreas Lendlein, Sandro Matter