Absorbable composite materials for use in the treatment of periodontal disease

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PATENT NO 5447940
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08280917

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Absorbable composite materials are described that comprise a collagen matrix reinforced with a layer of a bioabsorbable polymer. A chemotherapeutic agent is dispersed in the composite material. The layer of bioabsorbable polymer is preferably a woven, nonwoven or knitted mesh layer of a synthetic bioabsorbable polymer such as polylactic/polyglycolic acid copolymer, or oxidised regenerated cellulose. The chemotherapeutic agent may be an antibiotic, an anaesthetic, an antiseptic or an anti-inflammatory. Strips of the composite material are inserted into the periodontal pocket, where they are retained in place and provide effective sustained release of the chemotherapeutic agent over an extended period.

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KCI USA INC12930 INTERSTATE 10 WEST SAN ANTONIO TX 78249

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Harvey, Wilson Sterling, GB 13 1079
Haynes, Carla A Glasgow, GB 9 719
Light, Nicholas D Doune Perthshire, GB 11 1424

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