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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jul. 26, 2005
Filed:
May. 12, 2000
Kirby S. Black, Acworth, GA (US);
K. Umit Yuksel, Kennesaw, GA (US);
Aaron J. Trygstad, Smyma, GA (US);
Kirby S. Black, Acworth, GA (US);
K. Umit Yuksel, Kennesaw, GA (US);
Aaron J. Trygstad, Smyma, GA (US);
Cryolife, Inc., Kennesaw, GA (US);
Abstract
Self-supporting, shaped, three-dimensional cross-linked proteinaceous biopolymeric materials that may be implanted in vivo, and methods of making such materials are disclosed. The biopolymeric materials most preferably include reinforcing media, such as biocompatible fibrous or particulate materials. In use, the preformed, shaped biopolymeric materials may be applied to tissue in need of repair and then sealed around its edges with a liquid bioadhesive. In such a manner, repaired tissue which is capable of withstanding physiological pressures may be provided.