Patent ID: 8974808
Filing Date: 2015-03-10
Classification: A61K,A61M,A61N

Abstract:
1. An implantable composite comprising: an elastic band having at least one continuous elongate surface and comprising a biocompatible polymer and a bioactive agent, wherein the biocompatible polymer is biodegradable, the biocompatible polymer comprising a terpolymer of lactide, glycolide, and caprolactone residues, wherein the lactide is present in an amount of from about 10 to about 60 mole percent, the glycolide is present in an amount of from about 10 to about 40 mole percent, and the caprolactone is present in an amount of from about 20 to about 70 mole percent; wherein the biocompatible polymer is cross-linked and has an initial force modulus of less than 100 N/cm.