Porous sponge matrix medical devices and methods
US8877233B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 28, 2002 |
| Grant date | Nov 4, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2400/04
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Described are hemostasis devices useful for implantation in biopsy tracts, which device comprise highly compact, dried hemostatic sponge elements. Preferred devices also include compacted sponge matrices exhibiting high density and rigidity in combination with high volumetric expandability when wetted. Also described are methods for making and using such devices.
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