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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jul. 31, 2012
Filed:
Jun. 09, 2011
Barbara K. Klein, North Oaks, MN (US);
Leo D. Katzner, Shakopee, MN (US);
Barbara K. Klein, North Oaks, MN (US);
Leo D. Katzner, Shakopee, MN (US);
Brennen Medical, Inc., St. Paul, MN (US);
Abstract
A medical composition comprising an antimicrobially effective and immunostimulating amount of a combination of a β-glucan component and a silver-containing component is disclosed. The medical composition may be adapted for use topically or incorporated with a mesh material which may be further adapted for use as a wound dressing or as a surgical mesh. Methods for manufacturing the medical compositions described herein are also provided. The invention further provides methods for treating tissue damaged by wound or burn, and methods for treating or repairing tissue at a surgical site.