Methods and materials for connective tissue repair
US7407511B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 13, 2004 |
| Grant date | Aug 5, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 13, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/087
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention is generally directed to methods and materials for connective tissue repair. The invention is more specifically related to methods and materials for the repair of tendons and ligaments, especially in the hand. Methods and materials for rotator cuff repair are also disclosed. The use of extraoperatively obtained scaffolding matrices is promoted when reapproximating the connective tissue.
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