Cross-linked fatty acid-based biomaterials
US9012506B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 1, 2008 |
| Grant date | Apr 21, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 1, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2300/22
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Fatty acid-derived biomaterials, methods of making the biomaterials, and methods of using them as drug delivery carriers are described. The fatty acid-derived biomaterials can be utilized alone or in combination with a medical device for the release and local delivery of one or more therapeutic agents. Methods of forming and tailoring the properties of said biomaterials and methods of using said biomaterials for treating injury in a mammal are also provided.
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