Abstract
Bioresorbable and biodegradable polymers have been heavily used for the treatment of various ocular diseases as well as in basic ophthalmology research. These polymers, owing to their biocompatibility and prolonged biodegradability, are suitable substances as ocular drug delivery vehicles and temporary devices or implants to support ocular tissue regeneration. Such polymers can be either synthetic or of natural origin, although only a handful of synthetic bioresorbable polymers are known to date. In this chapter, we describe the use of various such polymers in ophthalmic research with an emphasis on the clinical translation of discoveries. We also provide a brief overview on the current status of ocular application of bioresorbable polymers and future directions of research required to introduce better treatments for corneal blindness.
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