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Methods to improve adhesion of polymer coatings over stents

US7998524B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 10, 2007
Grant dateAug 16, 2011
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Expiry dateMay 23, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/31511
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Methods are disclosed to improved adhesion of polymer coatings over polymer surfaces of stents which include plasma treatment, applying an adhesion promoting layer, surface treatments with solvents, and mechanical roughening techniques.

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