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High molecular weight bioresorbable polymers and implantable devices thereof

US5358475A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 28, 1992
Grant dateOct 25, 1994
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Expiry dateSep 28, 2012

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L2430/32
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Nerve channels made from high molecular weight lactic acid polymers, preferably polymers having a molecular weight between about 234,000 and 320,000, provide an unexpectedly beneficial effect on cell growth and regeneration of function.

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