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Bone enhancing composite

US7887831B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 13, 2003
Grant dateFeb 15, 2011
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Expiry dateNov 18, 2027

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L2430/02
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A bone-enhancing composite material comprising synthetic apatite and at least one supplementary bioactive agent selected from a biocompatible polymer and an anti-resorptive agent added ab initio, methods of preparing said composite and uses thereof are provided. The physical and biological properties of the composite are controlled by the addition of specific supplementary bioactive agents as well as optional therapeutic agents. The composite may be used as a powder, a paste or an implant.

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