SYNTHETIC BONE GRAFTS CONSTRUCTED FROM CARBON FOAM MATERIALS

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United States of America Patent

APP PUB NO 20160235535A1
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15142697

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A porous, self-sustaining body useful as a scaffold for bone grafting is provided. The scaffold comprises a carbonaceous matrix comprising a continuous phase having a surface and defining a plurality of open spaces throughout the matrix. The internal and external surfaces of the matrix are coated with a layer or film selected from the group consisting of osteogenic materials, therapeutic agents, and combinations thereof. The porous body comprises organic materials and is substantially free of metals. Methods of making and using the porous self-sustaining body are also provided, along with kits for facilitating the same.

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WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY1845 FAIRMOUNT STREET WICHITA KS 67260

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Wooley, Paul Hastings Wichita, US 3 43
Yu, Haiying Wichita, US 5 32

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