Biodegradable, porous, thermally responsive injectable hydrogel as soft tissue defect filler
US11389569B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 3, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jul 19, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 23, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC08L33/24
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An injectable hydrogel composition that forms a porous gel rapidly after injection fro tissue engineering. The composition comprises a biodegradable, biocompatible, gelling polymer, that is optionally reverse-gelling; an Extra cellular matrix (ECM) material and a biocompatible porogen. Methods of making and using the composition are provided. A kit also is provided comprising the ingredients for making the hydrogel.
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