Injectable Silk Protein Microparticle-based Fillers: A Novel Material for Potential Use in Glottic Insufficiency

A novel, silk protein-based injectable filler was engineered with the intention of vocal fold augmentation as its eventual intended use. This injectable filler leverages the unique properties of silk protein's superior biocompatibility, mechanical tunability, and slow in vivo degradation to one day better serve the needs of otolaryngologists. This paper intends to demonstrate the mechanical properties of the proposed novel injectable and to evaluate its longevity in animal models.

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