Biodegradable composite material for tissue repair
US7531005B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 11, 2000 |
| Grant date | May 12, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 10, 2021 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L31/146
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
There is described a biodegradable composite material for tissue repair comprising a water-soluble glass, preferably as glass fibers and/or particles in the form of a matrix, impregnated with a biodegradable polymer. An especially preferred polymer is poly ε-caprolactone. The biodegradable composite is particularly useful for the repair of nerve and/or bone tissue, especially the bones of the skull. A method of producing the composite material is also described.
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