Eco-Friendly Activation of Silicone Surfaces and Antimicrobial Coating with Chitosan Biopolymer.

ABSTRACT: Silicone is widely used in medical devices due to its mechanical properties and biocompatibility; however, microbial contamination of silicone surfaces, which can lead to nosocomial infections, remains a significant concern. This can be countered by surface modification using techniques commonly involving oxidative plasma activation or ozone treatments, followed by treatment with silanization agents. Here, we report an alternative surface modification procedure involving treatment with non-toxic organic hydroxyl amines or diamine dissolved in eco-friendly solvents, thus avoiding using reactive and potentially harmful compounds and not requiring specialized equipment. Our findings demonstrate that ethanolamine in isopropanol effectively activates silicone without compromising its tensile st

SUBMITTER: Amani D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12733018 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature