About The Medical Condition Elastosils

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Elastosils

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Elastosils Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Elastosils?

Polymers of silicone that are formed by crosslinking and treatment with amorphous silica to increase strength. They have properties similar to vulcanized natural rubber, in that they stretch under tension, retract rapidly, and fully recover to their original dimensions upon release. They are used in the encapsulation of surgical membranes and implants.

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