Invention:
This invention is a tissue engineered cardiac patch, which improves left ventricular function. The patch is made from microscopic thin fibers that serve as a scaffold for cells to adhere to.
Applications:
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Biotechnology and medical device companies
- Hospitals
- Surgical centers
- Research laboratories
Advantages:
- Novel alternative to current clinical standards
- Increases blood supply
- Improves function and growth of heart muscle cells
