Injectable microdispersions for soft tissue repair and augmentation
US5599852A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 18, 1994 |
| Grant date | Feb 4, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 18, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L27/18
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides injectable, bioabsorbable microdispersions suitable for use as a soft tissue repair or augmentation material in animals comprising a fluid carrier that is a liquid polymer selected from the group consisting of liquid polymers and a particulate material. Additionally, the present invention also discloses methods of using these microdispersions for tissue augmentation and repair as well as kits which include prefilled containers to facilitate the use of these materials.
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