Patents Assigned to Konjac Technologies, LLC
  • Use of glucomannan hydrocolloid as filler material in prostheses
    Patent number: 6537318
    Abstract: A prosthetic device for implantation into a mammalian body comprised of a non-absorbable biocompatible flexible material shell or sac filled with various biocompatible gel filler materials. The gel filler materials are comprised of biocompatible glucomannan obtained from konjac hydrocolloid flour and other biocompatible hydrocolloids, producing a natural look and feel for the prosthetic implants, especially reconstructive prostheses such as breast implants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 1998
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2003
    Assignee: Konjac Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Essien Eyo-Okon Ita, Scott Hilton Clarke