Poly(Sodium Acrylate)‐Based Nanocomposite Bioadhesives for Sutureless Surgery

Abstract

SummaryPolymer‐based bioadhesives for surgery provide a promising alternative to conventional suturing. A poly(sodium acrylate)‐based nanocomposite with antibacterial properties was prepared via in situ polymerization using nanosilver. To modify the nanocomposite degradation rate, a second, more degradable polymer was incorporated into the nanocomposite as an interpenetrating polymer network (IPN). The adhesion strength of the resulting bioadhesives was within an appropriate application range. The nanocomposites were shown to be biocompatible and exerted excellent antibacterial properties which makes them suitable to serve as an alternative for traditional suturing for out‐clinic surgeries such as may be necessary in the aftermath of a natural disaster.