Methods and compositions for healing and repair of articular cartilage
US6727224B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 28, 2000 |
| Grant date | Apr 27, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 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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