Review Article

Biomaterials in Cardiovascular Research: Applications and Clinical Implications

Table 2

Properties of polymers utilized as cardiovascular biomaterials.

PropertiesPolyamidesPolyolefinPolyesterPolytetrafluoroethylenePolyurethanes

StrengthMediumGoodGoodHighBetter
HardnessMediumHighHighHighMedium
RigidityMediumHighHighHighMedium
Blood compatibilityGoodBetterModerateLowGood