Application of a coating on a medical device
US8001922B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 28, 2005 |
| Grant date | Aug 23, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 13, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M25/0045
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Devices for the provision of a coating on an implantable medical device are provided. The coating includes a bio-absorbable carrier component. In addition to the bio-absorbable carrier component, a therapeutic agent component can also be provided. The devices provide a coating having improved uniformity and coverage which in turn allow for greater control of the amount and dosage of the coating.
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