Abstract:
The invention provides biodegradable polymeric hydrogel matrices having excellent durability and swellability. The matrices are formed from a combination of poly-α(l— >4)glucopyranose macromer and a biocompatible biostable hydrophilic macromer. The matrices can be used in association with a medical device or alone. In some methods the polymeric matrix is placed or formed at a target site in which the matrix swells and occludes the target area, and is able to be degraded at the target site after period of time.
Abstract:
Embodiments of the invention include devices and methods for the controlled elution of nucleic acid delivery complexes. In an embodiment, the invention includes a medical device including a substrate surface, a polymeric coating disposed on the surface, the polymeric coating coupled to the substrate surface through the reaction product of a photoreactive group; the polymeric coating comprising negatively charged species on the surface; and a plurality of nucleic acid delivery complexes disposed on the polymeric coating, the nucleic acid delivery complexes comprising a nucleic acid and a cationic carrier agent complexed to the nucleic acid. Other embodiments are included herein.
Abstract:
The invention provides a system and method for treating an orthopedic condition using a hydrogel-forming composition, which forms a hydrogel in situ at a target location and at least bio-mechanically treats the condition. The invention also provides a hydrogel forming composition designed to form a hydrogel with desirable biocompatible and biomechanical properties. In some aspects the hydrogel is formed in a water-permeable casing, which is delivered to an orthopedic joint in a minimally invasive manner. In particular, the system and method can be used for intervertebral disc replacement or repair.
Abstract:
A crosslinkable macromer system and related methods of preparing the system and using the system in the form of a crosslinked matrix between a tissue site and an implant article such as a tissue implant or on the porous surface of a prosthetic device. The macromer system includes two or more polymer-pendent polymerizable groups and one or more multifunctional initiator groups. The polymerizable groups and the initiator group(s), when polymer-pendent, can be pendent on the same or different polymeric backbones. The macromer system provides advantages over the use of polymerizable macromers and separate, low molecular weight initiators, including advantages with respect to such properties as nontoxicity, efficiency, and solubility. A macromer system of the invention can be used as an interface between the tissue site and implant article in a manner sufficient to permit tissue growth through the crosslinked matrix and between the tissue site and implant. In a preferred embodiment, polymers with pendent polymerizable groups, for use in the macromer system, are prepared by reacting a polysaccharide polymer with a reactive moiety in an organic, polar solvent such as formamide.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to methods and additives for increasing active agent elution control coatings and 'elution control coatings including the same. In an embodiment the invention includes an elution control coating comprising a polymeric matrix and at least about 0.1 wt. % of an additive dispersed in the polymeric matrix. The additive can include polyvinylpyrrolidone or a copolymer thereof. An active agent can be dispersed within the polymeric matrix, the active agent having limited solubility in water. Embodiments of the invention also include a method of forming an elution control coating comprising estradiol, ployethylene-co-vinyl acetate copolymer (PEVA), poly-n-butylmethacrylate (PBMA) and polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP).
Abstract:
Biocompatible foams having excellent physical and chemical properties are described. The biocompatible foams can be formed in situ or applied as a pre-formed gel for the treatment of tissue. The invention provides biocompatible degradable foams formed with a poly-α(1- 4)glucopyranose macromer. The invention also provides biostable foams formed with a poly(alkylene oxide) macromer.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to combination degradable and non- degradable matrices and related methods. In an embodiment, the invention includes an active agent delivery matrix including a degradable polymer network, a non-degradable polymer network, the non-degradable polymer network interspersed within the degradable polymer network, and an active agent. In an embodiment, the invention includes an active agent elution control matrix including a degradable polymer; and a non-degradable polymer interspersed with the degradable polymer. In an embodiment, the invention includes a method of making an active agent delivery matrix including mixing a degradable polymer with a first solvent to form a degradable polymer solution; mixing a non-degradable polymer with a second solvent to form a non-degradable polymer solution; and simultaneously depositing the degradable polymer solution and the non-degradable polymer solution onto a substrate.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to methods and components for increasing adhesion of an elution control matrix to a polymeric substrate, and medical devices including such components. In an embodiment, the invention includes a medical device including a substrate having a surface, the substrate comprising a polysiloxane, a parylene layer contacting the surface of the substrate, and an elution control matrix contacting the parylene layer, the elution control matrix comprising a polymeric matrix and an active agent dispersed within the polymeric matrix. Other embodiments are included herein.
Abstract:
Embodiments of the invention include multi-layered coatings for controlling the elution rates of active agents and methods. In an embodiment, the invention includes a method of applying an elution control coating to a substrate. The method can include depositing a coating solution onto the substrate to form a base layer. The method can also include selecting a desired concentration of the solvent based on a desired elution rate. The method can further include removing solvent from the base layer to reach a desired concentration of the solvent and depositing a layer of parylene on the base layer. In an embodiment, the invention can include a medical device including a substrate, a base layer, and a porous layer. The base layer can include a polymeric matrix and an active agent dispersed within the polymeric matrix. The porous layer can include parylene. Other embodiments are also included herein.