Resorbable extracellular matrix for reconstruction of cartilage
Patent Number: 7,208,177
Date of First Priority Issue: Wednesday February 22nd, 1995
Date Issued: Tuesday April 24th, 2007
Assignee: Ed. Geistlich Soehne AG fuer Chemische Industrie (Wolhusen, CH)
Inventors: Geistlich; Peter (Stansstad, CH), Schloesser; Lothar (Darmstadt, DE)
From Class: 3D Culture/Scaffold
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The current patent covers a matrix that is useful for treatment of cartilage injuries. The matrix disclosed is resorbable at a controlled rate and contains collagen II either from autologous, allogeneic, or xenogeneic sources. Specific pore sizes and additives are claimed.
The patent is useful for parties seeking methods of introducing cells or growth factors to accelerate cartilage healing in a physiological and three dimensional manner.
The patent is especially useful in conjunction with mesenchymal stem cells whether they be bone marrow, fat, or cord blood derived.
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