• Systematically describes the practical aspects of the development of HA-based medical products
• Provides detailed description of the chemistry of HA with over 40 figures and illustrations
• Summarizes useful information on the specifications, commonly used test methods, and quality control of HA-based products
• Emphasizes clinical information on safety and effectiveness of HA products and evaluates product design rationale based on this information
• Includes extensive references with each chapter

With growing interest in this natural macromolecule, Practical Aspects of Hyaluronan Based Medical Products is the first book devoted to a systematic description of this subject. The text analyzes the pertinent information connecting the basic properties of hyaluronic acid (HA) and the characteristics of HA-based products with clinical applications. It offers a unique perspective of the interrelationship between the structure and properties of HA and the impact of product design on its performance in a clinical situation. Featuring numerous illustrations, it describes the chemistry of HA and summarizes the specifications, commonly used test methods, and quality control of HA-based products.