Patent ID: 8778012

Claim:
An extracellular matrix (ECM) construct, comprising: a biodegradable microneedle anchoring member having top and bottom surfaces and first and second ends, said microneedle anchoring member including a plurality of biodegradable microneedles that are capable of piercing tissue and anchoring therein, said plurality of biodegradable microneedles projecting from said microneedle anchoring member top surface from said first end to said second end, said microneedle anchoring member comprising a first ECM material; and at least a first biodegradable layer comprising a second ECM material, said first biodegradable layer being disposed on said top surface of said microneedle anchoring member, said microneedle anchoring member being configured to secure said ECM construct to host tissue for a first engagement period of time in the range of 12-36 months, wherein, after said first engagement period of time said ECM construct is remodeled by said host tissue.