Muscle-based grafts/implants
US7131994B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 5, 2004 |
| Grant date | Nov 7, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 7, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L27/3683
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention is directed to a composition comprising a matrix suitable for implantation in humans, comprising defatted, shredded, allogeneic human muscle tissue that has been combined with an aqueous carrier and dried in a predetermined shape. Also disclosed is a tissue graft or implant comprising a matrix suitable for implantation in humans, comprising defatted, shredded, allogeneic human muscle tissue that has been combined with an aqueous carrier and dried in a predetermined shape. The composition and/or tissue graft or implant of the invention is usable in combination with seeded cells, a tissue growth factor, and/or a chemotactic agent to attract a desired cell.
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