Angiotensin-(1-7) eluting polymer-coated medical device to reduce restenosis and improve endothelial cell function
US7176261B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 21, 2005 |
| Grant date | Feb 13, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 21, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2420/08
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Medical devices with polymer coatings designed to control the release of angiotensin-(1-7) receptor agonists from medical devices are disclosed. The present application also discloses providing vascular stents with angiotensin-(1-7) receptor agonist-containing controlled-release coatings. Methods for treating or inhibiting post-stent implantation restenosis as well as improving vascular endothelial function in patients are also provided.
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