Bioresorbable

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-001320",
  "term": "Bioresorbable",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Describing a material that can be completely absorbed and eliminated by a biological system over time, without leaving permanent residues. This process involves the breakdown of the material into soluble components that are then metabolized or excreted. Polylactic acid is a common bioresorbable polymer used in medical applications.",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2020, 92, 193. 'Nomenclature and terminology for linear lactic acid-based polymers (IUPAC Recommendations 2019)' on page 207 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2017-1007)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/bioresorbable/"
}