Why is Polycaprolactone Favored in Tissue Engineering?
PCL's biocompatibility and biodegradability make it a prime candidate for tissue engineering scaffolds. These scaffolds provide structural support for cell attachment, proliferation, and differentiation. Over time, as the cells grow and form new tissue, the PCL scaffold gradually degrades, eliminating the need for surgical removal. Moreover, the mechanical properties of PCL can be tailored to match those of the target tissue by adjusting the polymer's molecular weight and crystallinity.
