Antibiotic drug release sheath
US10485902B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 29, 2016 |
| Grant date | Nov 26, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 11, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2300/602
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An implantable medical device having a sheath formed of a polymer material, wherein the sheath forms a reservoir attached to or around the implantable medical device, and wherein the reservoir is sealed with a biocompatible pressure responsive coating; wherein the biocompatible coating is stable for at least 7-day post implantation into a body, and can be mechanically ruptured by application of an exterior pressure generating force.
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