A method of making an implantable scaffold for repairing damaged or
diseased tissue includes the step of suspending pieces of an
extracellular matrix material in a liquid. The extracellular matrix
material and the liquid are formed into a mass. The liquid is
subsequently driven off so as to form interstices in the mass. The
scaffold may further comprise biological agents that promote tissue
repair and healing. Porous implantable scaffolds fabricated by such a
method are also disclosed.