Stimulation of cartilage formation using reduced pressure treatment
US8197806B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 25, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jun 12, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 19, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2430/06
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Provided is a method of stimulating cartilage formation at a tissue site in a mammal. Also provided is a biocompatible scaffold. Additionally, a system for stimulating cartilage formation at a tissue site is provided. Further provided is the use of a manifold, a chondrocyte, and a reduced-pressure source to stimulate cartilage formation at a tissue site of a mammal.
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