Method for coating stents
US7749554B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 4, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jul 6, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 4, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB05B13/0442
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method is provided for forming coatings on stents. The method comprises applying a coating composition to the stent; followed by terminating the application of the coating composition; followed by inserting a temperature adjusting element within the longitudinal bore of the stent to change the temperature of the stent.
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