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Oxidized microbial cellulose and use thereof

US7709631B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 31, 2007
Grant dateMay 4, 2010
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Expiry dateSep 19, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L31/148
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This application describes a bioresorbable biocellulose suitable for medical and surgical applications. In particular, the invention describes periodate oxidized microbial cellulose that can be produced to have any mechanical and degradation profile, depending on the desired application of the oxidized cellulose.

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