Electrospun material covered medical appliances and methods of manufacture
US10507268B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 14, 2013 |
| Grant date | Dec 17, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 14, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2240/001
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A medical appliance or prosthesis may comprise one or more layers of electrospun nanofibers, including electrospun polymers. The electrospun material may comprise layers including layers of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). Electrospun nanofiber mats of certain porosities may permit tissue ingrowth into or attachment to the prosthesis.
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