abstract |
The present invention relates to the use of carboxymethyl cellulose, notably sodium carboxymethyl cellulose or other alkali metal or alkaline earth metal salts of carboxymethyl cellulose, to control the solidification time of compositions comprising one or more bioabsorbable ceramics, notably a hydrated calcium sulfate, for facilitate the preparation of a ready-to-use composition to be inserted into the body by injection. |