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Processing Flexibility and Biocompatibility, a Great Combination for Neurological Applications

Invibio® implantable biomaterials offer numerous benefits to the rapidly advancing use of medical devices for the treatment of neurological disorders.

• Proven biocompatibility and biostability
• Processing flexibility enables development of improved designs, including low profile implants and thin-walled parts
• Non-metallic, allowing MRI compatibility and artifact-free imaging on x-rays and CT scans
• Radiotransparency eliminates interference and improves efficiency for remote monitoring devices
• Relatively low moisture absorption, compared to other polymeric biomaterials, enhances safety and device longevity

Resistance to Moisture Just One Benefit for Neurological Devices

Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)

DBS devices designed to send tiny electrical impulses to the brain are used to help control epilepsy, brain and head trauma, muscle stimulation, Dystonia, essential tremor, Parkinson's disease and incontinence. For a critical component in these devices, the lead insulation, a top device manufacturer has turned to PEEK-OPTIMA® polymer from Invibio. Compared with other polymer-based materials, such as polyimide for example, PEEK-OPTIMA has relatively low moisture absorption. In addition, because PEEK-OPTIMA polymer is injection moldable, device design possibilities are greatly expanded.

For information on our PEEK-based solutions for neurological applications, contact Invibio today.