USE OF POUCH FOR IMPLANTATION OF LIVING CELLS

摘要

A device and method of use are provided for improving the long-term treatment of a patient by surgically implanting encapsulated or unencapsulated cells or cell clusters producing a therapeutic agent and for retrieving such cell bodies. A pouch is placed over a vascularized tissue pedicle in an individual's body so that at least part of the pedicle is encased by projecting into the opening of the pouch. The pouch is attached to the pedicle around the pouch opening.