Nanostructure-enhanced platelet binding and hemostatic structures
US8319002B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 9, 2010 |
| Grant date | Nov 27, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 23, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2400/12
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods, systems, and apparatuses for nanomaterial-enhanced platelet binding and hemostatic medical devices are provided. Hemostatic materials and structures are provided that induce platelet binding, including platelet binding and the coagulation of blood at a wound/opening caused by trauma, a surgical procedure, ulceration, or other cause. Example embodiments include platelet binding devices, hemostatic bandages, hemostatic plugs, and hemostatic formulations. The hemostatic materials and structures may incorporate nanostructures and/or further hemostatic elements such as polymers, silicon nanofibers, silicon dioxide nanofibers, and/or glass beads into a highly absorbent, gelling scaffold. The hemostatic materials and structures may be resorbable.
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