Document Type
Patent
Publication Date
1-31-2006
Patent Number
patent number 6991652
Abstract
The invention provides a biocompatible composite for use in a living subject for purposes of repairing damaged tissues and reconstructing a new tissue. The composite includes a biodegradable or absorbable three-dimensional support construct, a liquid or viscous fluid forming a gel matrix or viscous fluid when delivered to an area of interest in a living subject. The biodegradable construct provides an ideal surface for cell or cell extract attachment, while the gel matrix or viscous fluid acts as both a carrier material and a separator for maintaining the space between the constructs as well as the structural integrity of the developing issue.
Application Number
09/879360
Filing Date
2001-06-12
Primary/U.S. Class
623/8
Other/U.S. Class
424/424, 424/722, 623/11.11, 623/23.72, 623/23.76