Biocompatible drug delivery apparatus and methods
US8361490B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 16, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jan 29, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 26, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/1085
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Apparatus and methods for treatment of an internal cavity are provided. The internal cavity is coated with a treatment solution. The treatment solution can include a solidifiable matrix with or without a drug or combination of drugs incorporated therein, or a drug solution without a solidifiable matrix. The treatment solution is coated onto at least a portion of the internal cavity, and acts as a slow-release drug delivery system.
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