Intravascular stent and method for manufacturing an intravascular stent
US6190404A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 5, 1998 |
| Grant date | Feb 20, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 5, 2018 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S623/901
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention relates to an intravascular stent wherein the intravascular stent has its inner surface treated to promote the migration of endothelial cells onto the inner surface of the intravascular stent. Particularly, the inner surface of the intravascular stent includes at least one groove. Methods for manufacturing an intravascular stent are also disclosed.
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