Use of reinforced foam implants with enhanced integrity for soft tissue repair and regeneration
US6884428B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 16, 2002 |
| Grant date | Apr 26, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 3, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0067
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A biocompatible tissue repair stimulating implant or “scaffold” device is used to repair tissue injuries, particularly injuries to ligaments, tendons, and nerves. Such implants are especially useful in methods that involve surgical procedures to repair injuries to ligament, tendon, and nerve tissue in the hand and foot. The repair procedures may be conducted with implants that contain a biological component that assists in healing or tissue repair.
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