Results for tag: "Hydrogel Coating"

The Hydrogel Coating market is a subset of the Medical Device Coatings market, which is composed of coatings used to improve the performance of medical devices. Hydrogel coatings are a type of coating that is composed of a hydrophilic polymer, which is capable of absorbing and retaining large amounts of water. This makes them ideal for use in medical devices, as they can provide a protective layer that is both biocompatible and biodegradable. Hydrogel coatings can also be used to improve the lubricity of medical devices, as well as to reduce friction and wear. Some of the companies in the Hydrogel Coating market include SurModics, Inc., Hydromer, Inc., and Hydromer, Inc. These companies specialize in the development and manufacture of hydrogel coatings for medical devices. Show Less Read more