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Polymer matrix, uses thereof and a method of manufacturing the same

US8497017B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 5, 2007
Grant dateJul 30, 2013
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Expiry dateJan 17, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/31909
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention relates to a polymer matrix, characterized in that it comprises a) an electron donating constituent and b) metal particles comprising at least one metal chosen from palladium, gold, ruthenium, rhodium, osmium, iridium, and platinum. The polymer matrix makes it possible to improve the biocompatibility and antimicrobial properties of substrates coated with said polymer matrix.

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