Collagen-polymer matrices with differential biodegradability
US6277394A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 16, 2000 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L27/26
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The current invention is a biomedical implant comprising a biomedical matrix material and a biodegradable porosifying agent. As the porosifying agent degrades in situ, an implant with an inter-connecting network is formed. The resultant mechanically stable implant allows for tissue and fluid influx into the matrix. The invention is also directed to a method for repair of mammalian tissue using the above-described implant.
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