Biologic matrix for a wound site and related methods

Abstract

Biologic matrices designed to facilitate wound healing and related methods are disclosed. A matrix comprises a three-dimensional, resorbable collagen scaffold derived from a vascularized portion of a perfusion-decellularized mammalian organ or tissue. The scaffold features a porous structure with a plurality of interconnected pores originating from one or more outer surfaces, which are defined by intact vascular pathways of the perfusion decellularized mammalian organ or tissue. The porous configuration substantially enhances the scaffold's effective surface area, making it at least 5 times greater than that of a non-porous scaffold having equivalent outer dimensions. In certain embodiments, the surface area considering the interconnected pores can be 10 times larger, 15 times larger, or more than the non-porous scaffold of equivalent outer dimensions. The density of the scaffold can range from 2 milligrams per cubic centimeter to 20 milligrams per cubic centimeter, inclusive, further optimizing the matrix's performance for wound healing applications.