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Method to improve hydroxyapatite implantation and stimulate bone regeneration

US7211271B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 17, 2002
Grant dateMay 1, 2007
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Expiry dateMar 9, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S530/811
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Hydroxyapatite is treated by a combination of nitridation and the application of bone morphogenetic protein or DNA encoding such a protein to improve the tissue compatibility and affinity of the hydroxyapatite, rendering the hydroxyapatite more useful as a material for biomedical implants.

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