Abstract: A pre-loadable dried biological heart valve and a preparation method thereof. The preparation method includes: Step A: soaking a fresh animal pericardium in an aqueous solution of soluble elastin or glycosaminoglycan, and then subjecting the pericardium to a first cross-linking reaction in a mixed solution of carbodiimide or N-hydroxysuccinimide to allow the soluble elastin or glycosaminoglycan to bind to the pericardium via a chemical bond; and Step B: subjecting the pericardium after the first cross-linking to a second cross-linking reaction in an aqueous glutaraldehyde solution, and then drying the pericardium after the second cross-linking, to obtain the pre-loadable dried biological heart valve. The dried biological heart valve obtained by the above preparation method has good toughness, and is rapidly flattened out in a simulated folding and pressing test.

Abstract: A wavelength division multiplexer (WDM) includes one or more lenses, a WDM filter, and multiple common, multiple reflected and multiple transmit optical fibers optically coupled to the one or more lenses. Light at a first wavelength propagates in either direction between one common optical fiber and one reflected optical fiber via the one or more lenses and the WDM filter, wherein the WDM filter reflects the light at a first wavelength during propagation in either direction between the common optical fiber and the reflected optical fiber. Light at a second wavelength propagates in either direction between the common optical fiber and one transmit optical fiber via the one or more lenses and the WDM filter, wherein the WDM filter passes the light at a second wavelength during propagation in either direction between the common optical fiber and the transmit optical fiber.

Abstract: A polymer for heart valve prosthesis that is capable of forming elastic material by thermal crosslinking is disclosed. The elastic material includes polymers A used as hard segments and a polymer B used as a soft segment, and the chemical formula is: (Am)i(Bn)j(Af)k or (Am?Bn)pX(Bn?Af)q; the polymers A are polymers formed by polymerization of at least one of vinyl aromatic hydrocarbon and a thermally crosslinking monomer, or polymers formed by copolymerization of at least one of vinyl aromatic hydrocarbon and the thermally crosslinking monomer and conjugated diene; the polymer B is a conjugated diene polymer, or a polymer formed by copolymerization of at least one of vinyl aromatic hydrocarbon and the thermally crosslinking monomer and conjugated diene; at least one of the polymer A and the polymer B contains the thermally crosslinking monomer.

Abstract: A thermally cross-linkable polymer for forming an elastic material used as foldable intraocular lens is disclosed. The elastic material is a saturated block copolymer with a chemical formula of (Am)i(Bn)j(Af)k or (Am-Bn)pX(Bn-Af)q comprising a polymer A as a hard segment and a polymer B as a soft segment. The polymer A is a polymer formed by polymerizing at least one of a vinyl aromatic hydrocarbon and a thermal cross-linking monomer, or a polymer formed by copolymerizing at least one of a vinyl aromatic hydrocarbon and a thermal cross-linking monomer with a conjugated diene. The polymer B is a conjugated diene polymer, or a polymer formed by copolymerizing at least one of a vinyl aromatic hydrocarbon and a thermal cross-linking monomer with a conjugated diene.

Abstract: A recombinant human collagen-based multifunctional stent coating and a preparation method thereof are provided. The preparation method includes (1) activating a substrate material; (2) placing the activated substrate material in an amino compound-containing solution for a reaction to obtain an aminated substrate material; (3) placing the aminated substrate material in a polyanion electrolyte solution for a reaction, and cleaning with deionized water. The recombinant human collagen-based multifunctional stent coating prepared by the present invention effectively improves the anticoagulation and rapid endothelialization performance of biomaterials, such as vascular stent materials, and reduces the late thrombosis and restenosis problems existing in current stent materials.

Abstract: The present invention provides a valve material having a long-acting antithrombosis property and a preparation method therefor. The preparation method therefor comprises the following steps: performing glutaraldehyde cross-linking treatment on an animal-derived biological valve material, so that the valve material can resist decomposition for a long time; soaking the treated valve material in a formulation solution containing a cross-linking agent and a modifier for 10-60 min, then increasing the temperature to 30-60° C., and performing heat treatment for 1-12 h; and rinsing the valve material after heat treatment, so as to obtain the valve material. The valve material prepared by the method has excellent antithrombosis and anti-calcification properties, and can effectively solve the problem of calcification and thrombosis in the valve material treated by existing means of glutaraldehyde cross-linking.

Abstract: A long-acting super-hydrophobic anticoagulant biological valve and a preparation method therefor. The preparation method includes the following steps: (1) treating a biological valve material with glutaraldehyde; (2) placing the biological valve material treated in step (1) into an acid liquid containing a polyphenol compound and metal ions, and adding an oxidant for reaction; and (3) reacting the biological valve material treated in step (2) with a hydrophobic substance. According to the method, a super-hydrophobic coating having a long-acting high water contact angle and a low rolling angle is prepared on the surface of the biological valve by means of a simple and stable operation process without affecting the performance of the valve body, and the requirements of long-acting anticoagulation are met by resisting the adsorption of plasma proteins.

Abstract: A parachute-designed biodegradable occluder is provided. The parachute-designed biodegradable occluder is with a proximal end adjacent to a human body and a distal end far away from the human body. The parachute-designed biodegradable occluder includes an occluder stent internally provided with a baffle film, and a shapeable ring with changeable states. The occluder stent, the baffle film and the shapeable ring are respectively made of polymer materials being degradable in biological tissues. The occluder is made of a biodegradable polymer material, which is degradable or absorbable by human tissues after being implanted for a period of time to make a defect site composed of human tissues, realizing occlusion without foreign matter. The occlusion effect is particularly significant for children.

Abstract: The present invention provides a valve material having synergistic anti-coagulation and anti-calcification functions and a preparation method therefor. The preparation method comprises the following steps: performing glutaraldehyde cross-linking treatment on an animal-derived biological valve material; immersing the treated valve material in a blocking solution containing an amine compound for 0.5-6 h, thereby blocking the remaining aldehyde groups after glutaraldehyde cross-linking; then placing the valve material into a reaction solution containing an anticoagulant and a cross-linking agent, and performing cross-linking treatment for 6-24 h at 4° C.-37° C.; and finally washing and obtaining the valve material, and storing the valve material in a mixed solvent of glutaraldehyde or isopropyl alcohol/glycerol. The method can effectively solve the problem of calcification and thrombosis caused by residual aldehyde groups in a valve material prepared by the existing method.

Abstract: Provided are an anticoagulation and anticalcification biological material and a preparation method therefor. The preparation method includes the following steps: introducing, on a biological tissue, a polymerizable reactive group, and undergoing free radical copolymerization with a zwitterion. In the present disclosure, by introducing a reactive group capable of free radical polymerization to a biological tissue and undergoing free radical copolymerization with a zwitterionic monomer, collagen in the biological tissue is crosslinked at multiple sites by means of a polymer, thereby achieving sufficient crosslinking within and between collagen fibers, improving the stability of the biological tissue, and prolonging the service life of the biological tissue. Moreover, a zwitterion is introduced to the surface of the biological tissue, to improve the anticoagulation performance, promote the in-situ endothelialization of a biological valve, and prevent the calcium element deposition.

Abstract: Disclosed are a functionalized biological matrix material, a preparation method therefor and use thereof, which belong to the technical field of medical materials. In the present invention, by means of the hybridization of a biological matrix material with 3-sulfopropyl methacrylate, the cross-linking and functionalization of the biological matrix material are achieved at the same time. A specific method comprises modifying carbon-carbon double-bond structures such as allyl, methallyl in a biological matrix material, immersing the biological matrix material in an aqueous solution containing 3-sulfopropyl methacrylate, and finally performing cross-linking and functionalization on the biological matrix material by means of radical polymerization, and using the biological matrix material to prepare materials such as valves.

Abstract: Bioabsorbable scaffolds having high crush recoverability, high fracture resistance, and reduced or no recoil due to self expanding properties at physiological conditions are disclosed. The scaffolds are made from a random copolymer PLLA and a rubbery polymer such as polycaprolactone.

Abstract: Bioabsorbable scaffolds having high crush recoverability, high fracture resistance, and reduced or no recoil due to self expanding properties at physiological conditions are disclosed. The scaffolds are made from a random copolymer of PLLA and a rubbery polymer such as polycaprolactone.

Abstract: A recombinant human collagen-based multifunctional stent coating and a preparation method thereof are provided. The preparation method includes (1) activating a substrate material; (2) placing the activated substrate material in an amino compound-containing solution for a reaction to obtain an aminated substrate material; (3) placing the aminated substrate material in a polyanion electrolyte solution for a reaction, and cleaning with deionized water. The recombinant human collagen-based multifunctional stent coating prepared by the present invention effectively improves the anticoagulation and rapid endothelialization performance of biomaterials, such as vascular stent materials, and reduces the late thrombosis and restenosis problems existing in current stent materials.

Abstract: A bioprosthetic valve and a preparation method thereof are provided. The bioprosthetic valve includes a stent and a functional biological tissue material attached to the stent. The functional biological tissue material is a biologicaltissue covalently bonded with an active group and a functional molecule or group. The method improves the anti-thrombosis and anti-calcification functions by covalently modifying the surface of a biological valve using an active group and a functional molecule or group with a substantial degree of grafting. The new bioprosthetic valve does not include aldehyde residues, exhibits excellent biocompatibility, optimal mechanical properties, high stability, and can meet the performance requirements of a biological valve delivered through a catheter.

Abstract: An anti-thrombotic and endothelialization-enhanced bioprosthetic valve material and preparation thereof are provided. The preparation method includes the following steps: immersing a glutaraldehyde cross-linked bioprosthetic valve material in functional reagent solution for 1-24 h, adjusting pH value of the solution to 3-8, removing it from solution and cleaning with deionized water. The new valve material of the present invention can effectively reduce the toxicity and side effects of the existing glutaraldehyde cross-linked bioprosthetic valve material and effectively reduce thrombosis, along with enhanced endothelialization. The material prepared can be used for pulmonary valve, aortic valve, mitral valve, tricuspid valve, venous valve and other cardiovascular implantable medical devices.

Abstract: A pre-loadable biological heart valve capable of rapid rehydration and a preparation method thereof. The preparation method comprises a cross-linking treatment, wherein a biological valve is cross-linked by soaking in an aqueous glutaraldehyde solution; a hydrophilic treatment, wherein the biological valve is soaked in a solution containing a hydrophilic molecule and a condensing agent, to allow the hydrophilic molecule to be immobilized on the biological valve by chemical grafting; and a drying treatment, wherein the biological valve after the hydrophilic treatment and the cross-linking treatment is dried to obtain a pre-loadable biological heart valve capable of rapid rehydration. The pre-loadable biological heart valve prepared by the preparation method of the present disclosure achieves rapid rehydration, and the crease can be quickly flattened after rehydration, bringing convenience during use.

Abstract: A pre-loadable dried biological heart valve and a preparation method thereof. The preparation method includes: Step A: soaking a fresh animal pericardium in an aqueous solution of soluble elastin or glycosaminoglycan, and then subjecting the pericardium to a first cross-linking reaction in a mixed solution of carbodiimide or N-hydroxysuccinimide to allow the soluble elastin or glycosaminoglycan to bind to the pericardium via a chemical bond; and Step B: subjecting the pericardium after the first cross-linking to a second cross-linking reaction in an aqueous glutaraldehyde solution, and then drying the pericardium after the second cross-linking, to obtain the pre-loadable dried biological heart valve. The dried biological heart valve obtained by the above preparation method has good toughness, and is rapidly flattened out in a simulated folding and pressing test.

Abstract: A medical device includes a polymer stent crimped to a catheter having an expansion balloon. The stent is crimped to the balloon by a process that includes heating the stent to a temperature below the polymer's glass transition temperature to improve stent retention without adversely affecting the mechanical characteristics of the stent when later deployed to support a body lumen. A variable diameter sheath with a central portion that prevents expansion of the stent when the balloon is pressurized and larger diameter ends is disposed over the crimped stent-balloon assembly. The balloon is pressurized and the larger diameter ends of the sheath allow the balloon beyond the ends of the stent to expand. The balloon is then depressurized.

Abstract: Bioabsorbable scaffolds having high crush recoverability, high fracture resistance, and reduced or no recoil due to self expanding properties at physiological conditions are disclosed. The scaffolds are made from a random copolymer of PLLA and a rubbery polymer such as polycaprolactone.