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Polymeric material that releases nitric oxide

US5994444A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 16, 1997
Grant dateNov 30, 1999
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Expiry dateOct 16, 2017

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L2300/622
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A polymeric material formed from a biodegradable polymer matrix is impregnated with a nitric oxide donor for continuous release of nitric oxide upon hydration.

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