Occlusion device with non-thrombogenic properties
US6656206B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 23, 2002 |
| Grant date | Dec 2, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2430/36
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method of forming a PVA foam structure for use in an occlusion device such that the PVA foam structure comprises non-thrombogenic properties. The method comprises forming a PVA gel and incorporating heparin into the PVA gel. The PVA foam structure is then treated with the PVA gel and heparin mixture, such as by soaking the PVA foam structure in the gel.
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