Osteoimplant and method of making same
US9387094B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 2, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jul 12, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 3, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/7532
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An osteoimplant is provided which comprises a coherent aggregate of elongate bone particles, the osteoimplant possessing predetermined dimensions and shape. The osteoimplant is highly absorbent and sponge-like in nature. Also provided herein are a method of fabricating the osteoimplant and a method of repairing and/or treating bone defects utilizing the osteoimplant.
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