Calcium phosphate cements comprising amorophous calcium phosphate
US5782971A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 19, 1997 |
| Grant date | Jul 21, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 19, 2017 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC04B2111/00836
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Calcium phosphate cements are provided. The subject cements comprise amorphous calcium phosphate, at least one additional calcium source, usually an additional calcium phosphate, and a liquid component, such as a physiologically acceptable lubricant. Upon combination of the cement components, a flowable composition capable of setting in vivo into a solid calcium phosphate mineral product, such as hydroxyapatite, is produced. The subject cement compositions find use in a variety of applications, including the treatment of injured or compromised hard tissue.
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