Hydrogels and methods of making and using same
US6268405A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 4, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jul 31, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 4, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2300/45
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention is directed to methods of making novel porous and solid polyvinyl alcohol hydrogels. These hydrogels are particularly suited for use in the replacement and augmentation of soft tissue or non-load bearing bone of the face, head and cranium.
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