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Method of manufacturing a stent coating and a method of using the stent

US7625593B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 2, 2003
Grant dateDec 1, 2009
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Expiry dateOct 30, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L2300/61
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method of manufacturing a drug-eluting coating for a stent is disclosed. A method for increasing blood flow to ischemic tissues by implanting the stent is also disclosed.

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