Compositions and methods for intervertebral disc reformation

Details Compositions and methods for intervertebral disc reformation Compositions and methods for intervertebral disc reformation

1996-08-08

1999-10-12

Milano, Michael J.

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

623 11, 623 16, 427 21, 427 224, A61F 244

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ABSTRACT:
Methods of reforming degenerated intervertebral discs are provided in accordance with methods of the invention. Hybrid materials useful in methods of the present invention are also provided.

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