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Method for fabricating a coating for a medical device

US6926919B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 26, 2003
Grant dateAug 9, 2005
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Expiry dateFeb 26, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/31935
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Methods for fabricating coatings for implantable medical devices are disclosed. The coatings include blends of hydrophilic and hydrophobic polymers. The methods provide for treatment of the coatings to cause enrichment a region close to the outer surface of the coating with the hydrophilic polymers.

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