Cell encapsulation devices with controlled cell bed thickness
US12303374B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 30, 2019 |
| Grant date | May 20, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 22, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0069
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An implantable containment apparatus for receiving and retaining a biological moiety, including a plurality of cells, for insertion into a patient, such as into a tissue bed, is disclosed. The device includes a cell encapsulating pouch that forms and interior volume having a reservoir space for receiving cells, where the reservoir space includes first and second interior surfaces, and a tensioning member to maintain an average distance between the first interior surface and the second interior surface.
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