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Extracellular matrix-derived gels and related methods

US8361503B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Assignee

University of Pittsburgh—Of the Commonwealth System of Higher Education · US

Inventors

Stephen F. Badylak · Lafayette, US
Donald Freytes · Pittsburgh, US

Key dates

Filing date	Feb 29, 2008
Grant date	Jan 29, 2013
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Aug 2, 2031

Classification

Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
CPC primaryA61L2420/04
WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Provided are methods for preparing gelled, solubilized extracellular matrix (ECM) compositions useful as cell growth scaffolds. Also provided are compositions prepared according to the methods as well as uses for the compositions. In one embodiment a device, such as a prosthesis, is provided which comprises an inorganic matrix into which the gelled, solubilized ECM is dispersed to facilitate in-growth of cells into the ECM and thus adaptation and/or attachment of the device to a patient.

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