Assessment of Safety and Effectiveness of Biodegradable Temporizing Matrix in the Treatment of Deep Burn Skin Injuries

The Biodegradable Temporizing Matrix (BTM) (also known as NovoSorb BTM) comprises a completely synthetic, sterile, integrating dermal component (porous biodegradable polyurethane foam) and a temporary epidermal barrier component (a non-biodegradable polyurethane sealing membrane). These layers are adhered with a biodegradable polyurethane bonding layer. BTM will be implanted and fixed into position to close a debrided burn wound. After a period of integration, the sealing membrane is removed and a split skin graft is applied.