Method for extending shelf-life of constructs of semi-crystallizable polymers
US7297758B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 2, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 20, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 17, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC08J2367/04
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention relates to a method of extending the shelf-life of constructs, in particular bioabsorbable stents, comprising semi-crystalline polymers by increasing the crystallinity of the polymers.
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