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Tissue scaffold

US8864844B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 9, 2007
Grant dateOct 21, 2014
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Expiry dateFeb 11, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N2533/40
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A tissue engineered construct made totally or in part from biocompatible materials and mammalian cells and/or cell products is provided. These constructs are useful in regenerating complex tissues such as bone, ligament and tendon, which may fabricated into medical devices suitable for use in the treatment of injuries and maladies such as rotator cuff injuries, periodontal disease and hernia.

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