Suturable dural and meningeal repair product comprising collagen matrix
US8846060B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 12, 2007 |
| Grant date | Sep 30, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 12, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2430/32
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A matrix for tissue growth includes: (a) a first layer including a first assembly of collagen fibers; (b) a plurality of projections on a top surface of the first layer; and (c) a second layer bonded to a bottom portion of the first layer and including a second assembly of collagen fibers, wherein the second layer has a lower density than the first layer, and the matrix includes pores effective to support cell growth into the matrix. A method for providing the matrix is also described.
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