Methods for forming polymeric coatings on stents
US7682648B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 3, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 23, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC08L2205/05
- WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method is provided for forming a polymeric coating on a stent. The method can comprise applying a prepolymer or a combination of prepolymers to the stent and initiating polymerization to form a polymeric coating on the stent. The coating material can optionally contain a biologically active agent or combination of agents.
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