Microbial cellulose wound dressing for treating chronic wounds
US7704523B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 30, 2003 |
| Grant date | Apr 27, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 1, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2300/404
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention relates to a wound dressing comprising a microbial-derived cellulose for treatment of specific types of chronic wounds, including pressure sores, venous and diabetic ulcers. The wound dressing is capable of donating liquid to dry substances is also capable of absorbing exudating wounds.
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