Method system for loading a self-expanding stent
US6859986B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 20, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 1, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 20, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/53996
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system for loading self-expanding stents into a stent delivery system that comprises a lubricious coating on one or more components to substantially reduce the frictional forces associated with loading stents. The stents may be bare or coated stents. The lubricious coating comprises a solution of Dow Corning® MDX4-4159 Fluid 50% Medical Grade Dispersion.
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