In situ method for treatment and repair of meniscal injuries
US7560432B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 23, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 23, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L27/52
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method for in situ repair of meniscal injuries comprising induction of meniscal repair and regeneration by introducing an adhesive collagen-polyethylene glycol (PEG) hydrogel to a site of injury alone, supplemented with a synovial tissue or in conjunction with a support matrix.
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