Development of technology for producing occlusive dressings for emergency treatment of chest injuries
Students Name: Varchuk Diana Yaroslavivna
Qualification Level: magister
Speciality: Chemical Technologies of Food Additives and Cosmetics
Institute: Institute of Chemistry and Chemical Technologies
Mode of Study: full
Academic Year: 2025-2026 н.р.
Language of Defence: англійська
Abstract: The master’s thesis presents the results of a comprehensive study devoted to the development and optimization of occlusive dressings for the emergency treatment of chest injuries. The main focus is on the creation of dressing materials that provide effective wound sealing and prevent complications associated with chest trauma. The work included two main experimental stages. At the first stage, dressings were prepared based on a commercially purchased copolymer, which allowed the determination of the basic physical, mechanical, and operational characteristics of the product. At the second stage, the adhesive composition of the dressings was developed using a copolymer synthesized in-house and modified with various monohydric alcohols, enabling the regulation of the material’s adhesive and rheological properties. The research involved a comprehensive analysis of the physical, chemical, mechanical, and rheological properties of the developed materials, including the use of a rheometer to assess their viscoelastic characteristics. These studies enabled the prediction of the dressings’ behavior under real-world conditions and the optimization of their composition and manufacturing process to achieve the desired operational properties. The aim of the study is to develop a technology for producing occlusive dressings with specified physical, mechanical, adhesive, and rheological characteristics, suitable for rapid and effective use in emergency medical care. The master’s thesis consists of an introduction, three chapters (including an economic section), conclusions, and a list of references. Keywords: occlusive dressing, rheology, rheometer, mechanical properties, adhesive properties, copolymers, medical materials, emergency care, chest injuries.