Abstract: A hot-melt formulation useful as a wound dressing comprises a chemically crosslinked polymer matrix obtainable from prepolymers crosslinkable by means of photopolymerization. Hydrocolloids are embedded in the chemically crosslinked polymer, matrix. The formulation is obtainable by combining the prepolymers and hydrocolloids, and heating and processing the mixture through a slot die, wherein the mixture has a viscosity of less than 100 Pa*s and a processing temperature of less than 150° C. The prepolymers are crosslinked by means of photopolymerization by irradiation with UV light.

Abstract: The present invention relates to resorbable membranes for medical uses. The membranes according to the present invention are produced or producible from a composition comprising at least one polyol component, at least one polyisocyanate component and an additive selected from polyvinylpyrrolidone, polyvinylpolypyrrolidone, a copolymer of polyvinylpyrrolidone with vinylacetate, vinylimidazole or vinylcaprolactam or mixtures thereof. The present invention further relates to a kit comprising a multitude of membranes with different absorption rates.

Abstract: The invention relates to a wound closure material with a core of biodegradable material, wherein at least one side, preferably two sides of the core of biodegradable material are provided with at least one, preferably a multitude of discrete spots of an adhesive. As with more common wound closure techniques like sutures, clips and tapes applied over the wound, new tissue has to close a gap between the wound edges. Use of a wound closing material of the present invention does not only have the advantage of a secure physical connection between the edges, but the material serves as scaffolding for the new tissue. It may also serve the cells as artificial extracellular matrix they can adhere to.

Abstract: The invention relates to a production method for a foam wound dressing with an outer germ barrier, in particular a film layer, and to a wound dressing obtained by such a method. In the method according to the invention, the germ barrier is generated by means of extrusion directly on the foam support. This results in a more reliable union between foam layer and germ barrier, without thereby compromising the absorbency of the foam in respect of wound exudate. The proposed method is simple and inexpensive and is able to satisfy all the requirements of the medical sector (e.g. freedom from solvents).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a biocompatible, resorbable polyurethane foam wound cover with open pores and an adjustable resorption rate having improved properties when used on skin or connective tissue wounds as well as a method of production of such a polyurethane foam wound cover.

Abstract: The invention relates to a production process for a foam wound dressing having an external germ barrier, more particularly a film layer, and also to a wound dressing thus obtained, having, where appropriate, a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer. In the process according to the invention the germ barrier is produced by means of extrusion directly on the foam base. This results in a more reliable bond between foam layer and germ barrier, without detriment to the absorptiveness of the foam for wound exudate. The process presented is simple and cost-effective, and all of the requirements from the medical sector (e.g. absence of solvent) can be met.

Abstract: The invention relates to a production method for a foam wound dressing with an outer germ barrier, in particular a film layer, and to a wound dressing obtained by such a method. In the method according to the invention, the germ barrier is generated by means of extrusion directly on the foam support. This results in a more reliable union between foam layer and germ barrier, without thereby compromising the absorbency of the foam in respect of wound exudate. The proposed method is simple and inexpensive and is able to satisfy all the requirements of the medical sector (e.g. freedom from solvents).

Abstract: The invention relates to a production process for a foam wound dressing having an external germ barrier, more particularly a film layer, and also to a wound dressing thus obtained, having, where appropriate, a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer. In the process according to the invention the germ barrier is produced by means of extrusion directly on the foam base. This results in a more reliable bond between foam layer and germ barrier, without detriment to the absorptiveness of the foam for wound exudate. The process presented is simple and cost-effective, and all of the requirements from the medical sector (e.g. absence of solvent) can be met.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hot-melt composition, especially for using as an absorbent medical or cosmetic article, preferably as a wound dressing, and containing (a) a chemically cross-linked polymer matrix, and (b) hydrocolloids which are embedded in the chemically cross-linked polymer matrix. The inventive composition can be obtained by processing a melt in a hot melt method, said melt having a melting viscosity of less than 100 Pa*s, preferably less than 75 Pa*s, and especially preferably less than 50 Pa*s, at a processing temperature of less than 150° C., preferably less than 140° C., and especially preferably less than 130° C.

Abstract: The inventive composition contains at least one polyacrylate that can be melted and cross-linked using UV light, optional additives and is characterised by an oligomer compound comprising at least one functional group that can be cross-linked using UV, said compound having a viscosity of between 0.1 and 20 Pa·s at 25° C. The invention also relates to the use of the composition as a UV cross-linked hot-melt adhesive and to a method for producing a substrate that is provided with the composition. The composition can be used at a lower temperature than previous conventional hot-melt adhesives.

Abstract: The invention relates to an adhesive composition containing (a) an elastomer block copolymer having a diblock portion greater than 40%, preferably greater than 55%, more preferably greater than 70%, (b) a sulphonated, especially branched copolyester and (c) optionally, additional additives, such as tackifiers and/or softeners and/or stabilisers. The inventive adhesive compositions have advantages, particularly, based on high wet-peel strength.