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Method, instruments and kit for autologous transplantation

US5989269A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 15, 1997
Grant dateNov 23, 1999
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Expiry dateMay 15, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L2430/06
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Method for the effective transplantation of chondrocytes/cartilage to an articular joint surface defect is taught, as well as a description of certain instruments and kit for practicing the invention.

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