Osteopontin coated surfaces and methods of use
US6509026B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 14, 1998 |
| Grant date | Jan 21, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 14, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2300/606
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A novel osteopontin containing implant which increases the rate of osseointegration and the percentage of bone apposition is described. The implant of the invention includes a material suitable for use in vivo within a subject in combination with a releasable form of osteopontin forming an osteopontin containing implant.
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