摘要:
A polymeric matrix for delivery of an HMG CoA reductase inhibitor such as a statin to tissue such as cardiac tissue in need thereof for the treatment or prevention of a disease or defect such as atrial fibrillation has been developed. In the preferred embodiment, a statin is delivered by means of a patch sutured to cardiac tissue at the time of cardiothoracic surgery. In the most preferred embodiment, the patch is a biodegradable material providing controlled or sustained release over a prolonged period of time, such as a week. Suitable materials include extracellular matrix, or other biodegradable hydrogels or polymeric materials providing sustained or controlled release of statin at the site of application.
摘要:
A two-piece prosthetic valve having first and second members, a first end of the first member being sized and configured to receive a second end of the second member therein, the second end of the second member being attached to the first member at at least one commissure connection point to form at least one leaflet therein.
摘要:
Methods for sterilizing and decellularizing extracellular matrix materials are disclosed. Extracellular matrix compositions produced using the disclosed methods are also disclosed.
摘要:
A prosthetic atrioventricular tissue valve comprising a continuous tubular member formed from a first biocompatible material, the tubular member having proximal and distal ends, and at least one valve leaflet formed therein, the distal end of the tubular member including cardiovascular structure engagement means for connecting the tubular member to a cardiovascular structure, the cardiovascular structure engagement means comprising a plurality of elongated members that extend distally from the distal end of the tubular member.
摘要:
A prosthetic atrioventricular valve that includes a continuous tubular- member having proximal and distal ends, the tubular- member comprising an extracellular matrix (ECM) material, and a reinforcement member disposed in the tubular member lumen and attached to the distal end of the tubular member, the reinforcement member comprising at least two elongated linear members that are configured to connect the joined tubular and reinforcement members to a cardiovascular structure.
摘要:
Anchored cardiovascular valves having a support member with at least one leaflet formed therein that is sized and configured to selectively restrict regurgitating blood through the valve, and at least one anchoring mechanism. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the anchored valves have two anchoring mechanisms, i.e. proximal and distal anchoring mechanisms
摘要:
The present invention is directed to vascular grafts for treating, reconstructing and replacing damaged or diseased cardiovascular vessels that are formed from decellularized extracellular matrix (ECM). The vascular grafts include outer or outer and inner coatings that provide structural reinforcement. In some embodiments, the tubular members comprise at1 ECM/ECM-mimicking biomaterial composition comprising an ECM material and an ECM-mimicking biomaterial, such as poly(glycerol sebacate) (PGS).
摘要:
Anisotropic constructs having a base member with a defined surface that includes a plurality of substantially parallel equidistant linear channels that are configured to modulate the polarity and proliferation of cells through spatial and biomechanical cues. The constructs are also capable of administering a biologically active agent and/or a pharmacological composition to tissue.
摘要:
A composition for reconstruction, replacement or repair of damaged or diseased biological tissue comprising an extracellular matrix (ECM) composition that includes an ECM scaffold component derived from a mammalian source and at least one additional bioactive agent. In a preferred embodiment, the ECM scaffold component comprises mesothelial tissue and the bioactive agent component comprises an antibiotic.
摘要:
A polymeric matrix for delivery of an HMG CoA reductase inhibitor such as a statin to tissue such as cardiac tissue in need thereof for the treatment or prevention of a disease or defect such as atrial fibrillation has been developed. In the preferred embodiment, a statin is delivered by means of a patch sutured to cardiac tissue at the time of cardiothoracic surgery. In the most preferred embodiment, the patch is a biodegradable material providing controlled or sustained release over a prolonged period of time, such as a week. Suitable materials include extracellular matrix, or other biodegradable hydrogels or polymeric materials providing sustained or controlled release of statin at the site of application.