Completely resorbable connective tissue distraction devices and techniques
US9468480B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 14, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 21, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00004
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for early stabilizing of distracted connective tissue. A distraction site is at least partially covered with biodegradable, bioerodible or bioresorbable materials before a distraction procedure takes place. Distraction is performed on a connective tissue at the distraction site. The distracted connective tissue is stabilized using the biodegradable, bioerodible or bioresorbable materials.
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