Sterile bioerodible occular implant device with a retinoid for improved biocompatability
US6074661A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 10, 1998 |
| Grant date | Jun 13, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 10, 2018 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2300/602
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An implantable device is provided which incorporates a retinoid for improving the biocompatability of the device in eye tissue. The device may be bioerodible for the purpose of systemically or locally releasing a therapeutic agent in tissue or it may be a permanent implant which includes a surface treated with a retinoid for increasing the biocompatibility thereof.
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