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Medical device coating configuration and method for improved lubricity and durability

US7857008B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 24, 2006
Grant dateDec 28, 2010
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Expiry dateOct 28, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M25/09
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Medical devices and methods for making and using the same. An example medical device includes a slotted tubular member and a coating disposed over the tubular member. The coating may define one or more coating gaps therein.

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