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Methods and compositions for healing and repair of articular cartilage

US6727224B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJan 28, 2000
Grant dateApr 27, 2004
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Expiry dateJan 28, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L2430/06
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods and compositions are provided for the treatment of articular cartilage defects and disease involving the combination of tissue, such as osteochondral grafts, with active growth factor. The active growth factor is preferably a composition containing at least one bone morphogenetic protein and a suitable carrier. The method results in the regeneration of functional repair of articular cartilage tissue.

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