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Bilayered composites

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Bilayered Calcium Sulfate/Calcium Phosphate Space-Making Composites With Multiple Drug Delivery Capabilities, David A. Puleo, Bryan R. Orellana, Mike Mcquinn Feb 2018

Bilayered Calcium Sulfate/Calcium Phosphate Space-Making Composites With Multiple Drug Delivery Capabilities, David A. Puleo, Bryan R. Orellana, Mike Mcquinn

Biomedical Engineering Faculty Patents

The present invention provides for bilayered composites that provide for sustained drug delivery and support to recovering tissue(s) and areas surrounding, such as with bone tissue. The two layers degrade at separate rates, thereby providing sustained mechanical support and tailored drug delivery.