Patents by Inventor Giorgio Favaro

Giorgio Favaro has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Biodegradable guide channels comprised of esters of hyaluronic acid for use in tissue repair as surgical aids
    Patent number: 5879359
    Abstract: The present invention is drawn to medical devices comprising biodegradable guide channels for use in the repair and regeneration of nerve tissue. The guide channels of the present invention comprise interlaced threads imbedded in a matrix, wherein both the matrix and the threads comprise biocompatible and bioabsorbable esters of hyaluronic acid. The matrix of the present invention further optionally comprises biologically or pharmacologically active factors in association with the guide channels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 9, 1999
    Assignee: Fidia S.p.A.
    Inventors: Franco Dorigatti, Giorgio Favaro, Lanfranco Callegaro, Aurelio Romeo