Abstract
A method for modifying the surface properties of tissue in vivo is described. The method comprises forming a liquid crystalline matrix on the tissue surface by contacting the surface with a composition comprising a poly(hydroxy substituted amino acid). Compositions comprising a poly(hydroxy substituted amino acid) and synovial fluid are also provided.
Original language | English (US) |
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U.S. patent number | 6420519 |
Filing date | 12/29/99 |
State | Published - Jul 16 2002 |