TISSUE MATRICES AND METHODS OF TREATMENT

摘要

Methods and devices for treatment of tissues are provided. The methods can be used to interlock a composition with tissue for protection or engagement of the tissue. The devices can be used to treat a number of treatment sites, for example, to provide structural support to injured or surgically altered tissues and/or to secure tissues and/or implants in place.

主权项

1. A method of treatment, comprising:
providing a composition, the composition including (i) a composition body, (ii) at least a first component formed in the composition body, and (iii) at least a second component formed in the composition body, the first and second components being complementary relative to each other and configured to interlock relative to each other or tissue, the composition comprising at least one of a tissue matrix or a synthetic material; at least partially wrapping the composition around or positioning the composition onto the tissue or an implant; and interlocking the first component with the second component relative to each other or the tissue to maintain the composition at least partially wrapped around or positioned on the tissue or the implant.