Packaging for imparting anti-microbial properties to a medical device
US7275640B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 5, 2004 |
| Grant date | Oct 2, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 13, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2050/3005
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Packaging for medical devices that impart anti-microbial properties to the surfaces of a medical device is disclosed. In one embodiment, a first compartment stores a medical device and a second compartment stores an anti-microbial agent. When the medical device is ready to be used, the anti-microbial agent from the second compartment flows into the first compartment to impart anti-microbial properties to the surface of the medical device. In another embodiment, components of the package are treated with an anti-microbial agent, which are then transferred or imparted to the surfaces of a medical device stored within the package.
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