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Artificial tissue systems and uses thereof

  • US 8,916,184 B2
  • Filed: 11/05/2004
  • Issued: 12/23/2014
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/07/2003
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An implant system, comprising:

  • (a) a sensor having an outer surface including an analyte permeable coating,(b) a biological matrix comprising a cell culture derived basement membrane exterior to the sensor and in contact with the analyte permeable coating on the outer surface of the sensor and with biological tissue, and(c) a plurality of cells supported by the biological matrix, the plurality of cells comprising cells expressing vascular endothelial growth factor and extending sensor functionality by promoting a biological interaction between the sensor and the biological tissue.

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