Attachment of a biomaterial to tissue
US8968760B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 24, 2012 |
| Grant date | Mar 3, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 27, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L31/04
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for attaching an implant to tissue is disclosed. In embodiments, a method includes applying a sprayable material to tissue, the sprayable material possessing functional groups capable of binding to tissue. The sprayable material also possesses functional groups capable of binding to an implant. In embodiments, the functional groups capable of binding to an implant include nucleotides. In such a case, the implant possesses complementary nucleotides capable of binding to the nucleotides on the sprayable material, thereby permitting hydrogen binding between the two. The implant may thus be affixed to tissue, and repositioned as necessary, prior to more permanent attachment utilizing means such as sutures, tacks, etc.
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