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US6391049B1

Solid biodegradable device for use in tissue repair

University of Texas System

Abstract

A composition and method for a light activated composition for improved wound closure, is disclosed. The composition includes a biodegradable polymer that is impregnated with a solder that is biologically compatible and a chromophoric dye. The chromophoric dye enhances the amount of light energy …

University
University of Texas System
Assignee
Board Of Regents The University Of Texas System
Inventor
Karen M. McNally
Priority date
October 06, 1999
Filing date
October 06, 1999
Grant date
May 21, 2002
Publication date
May 21, 2002
Language
en
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