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Thermally modified microbial-derived cellulose for in vivo implantation

US8198261B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 18, 2004
Grant dateJun 12, 2012
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Expiry dateDec 3, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
  • CPC primaryD21C5/005
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A thermally modified microbial-derived cellulose material is described for use as an implantable material in general surgery, plastic surgery and neurosurgery.

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