Biomolecular cell encapsulation device and methods of implantation
US9950149B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 24, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 24, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 24, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2207/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Provided herein is a cell encapsulation device comprising an internal chamber suitable for holding biological agents, wherein the internal chamber is disposed between a first semipermeable layer and a second semi-permeable layer, and the first and second semi-permeable layers are mounted on a supporting frame surrounding a perimeter of the internal chamber; wherein the supporting frame comprises a first frame element and a second frame element, and the first and second frame elements co-operate to position the first and second semipermeable layers at a predetermined separation distance between the layers.
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