In-situ forming hydrogel wound dressings containing antimicrobial agents
US9232805B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 28, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jan 12, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 19, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2013/0011
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A composition comprising a macromer that can be in situ polymerized into a hydrogel wound dressing directly on a wound and one or more antimicrobial agents intended to achieve bacteriostasis and/or be bacteriocidal. The antimicrobial agent is released upon application and trapped in the hydrogel upon its formation and also released over a period of time into the wound.
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