BIOLOGIC MATRICES COMPRISING ANTI-INFECTIVE METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS RELATED THERETO
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1. A biologic matrix comprising a slowed release anti-infective agent.
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Abstract
Described herein are methods and compositions related to biologic matrices comprising at least one anti-infective. In certain embodiments, the invention relates to a biologic matrix comprising a slowed release anti-infective agent. In a particular embodiment, the invention relates to an acellular dermal matrix comprising a slowed release antiinfective agent, wherein the anti-infective agent is triclosan. In further embodiments, the the biologic matrix is suitable for use in surgical procedures, such as, for example, for the replacement of damaged or inadequate integumental tissue or for the repair, reinforcement or supplemental support of soft tissue defects.
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49 Claims
- 1. A biologic matrix comprising a slowed release anti-infective agent.
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24. A method of treating an acellular biologic matrix with an anti-infective agent, comprising:
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(a) hydrating an acellular biologic matrix with a solution of about 30-70% specially denatured alcohol; and (b) dipping the acellular biologic matrix in a solution comprising an anti-infective agent. - View Dependent Claims (26, 36, 40, 49)
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25. A method of treating an acellular biologic matrix with an anti-infective agent, comprising:
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(a) hydrating an acellular biologic matrix with a solution of about 30-70% specially denatured alcohol; and (b) soaking the acellular biologic matrix in a solution comprising an anti-infective agent for at least about five seconds and less than 1 hour.
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27. A method of preparing an acellular biologic matrix for implantation into a subject, comprising:
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(a) hydrating an acellular biologic matrix in a solution of about 30-70% specially denatured alcohol; and (b) dipping the hydrated biologic matrix in a triclosan solution. - View Dependent Claims (29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 37)
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28. A method of preparing an acellular biologic matrix for implantation into a subject, comprising:
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(a) hydrating an acellular biologic matrix in a solution of about 30-70% specially denatured alcohol; and (b) spraying the hydrated biologic matrix with a triclosan solution.
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