Element for implantation with medical device
US8092443B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 30, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jan 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 30, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0057
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A therapeutic agent eluting element includes an elongate body member and one or more therapeutic agents elutable from the body member. The elongate body member is configured to be implanted subcutaneously along side of a therapy delivery element. The elongate body member may be formed from a polymeric material, and the agent eluting element may consist essentially of the body member and the one or more therapeutic agents. The therapeutic agent eluting element may be a part of a system or kit that includes a therapy delivery element and a tunneling tool, such as a dilator, sheath, catheter passer, or the like.
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