Methods for treatment of distraction osteogenesis using PDGF
US8349796B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 15, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jan 8, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 15, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A50/30
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to compositions and methods for use in osteodistraction procedures. In one embodiment, a method of stimulating osteogenesis during and/or following bone distraction comprises providing a composition comprising a PDGF solution disposed in a biocompatible matrix and applying the composition to at least one site of bone distraction.
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