Methods and compositions for healing and repair of articular cartilage
US7323445B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 18, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jan 29, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 25, 2024 |
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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 and/or functional repair of articular cartilage tissue.
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