OPEN CELLED FOAMS, IMPLANTS INCLUDING THEM AND PROCESSES FOR MAKING SAME
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1. An open celled foam comprising:
- a matrix of interconnected spheres, said spheres comprising substantially pure silicone.
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Described herein are open celled foams including a matrix of interconnected spheres. Also described herein are methods of making open celled foams as well as making composite members with open celled foam coatings covering at least a portion of the composite member. The open celled foams described herein are silicone based materials and can be used to coat implants such as breast implants and function to encourage tissue ingrowth and reduce capsular formation.
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1. An open celled foam comprising:
a matrix of interconnected spheres, said spheres comprising substantially pure silicone. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5)
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