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Bioerodible endoprostheses and methods of making the same

US8715339B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 21, 2011
Grant dateMay 6, 2014
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Expiry dateNov 21, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L31/148
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A bioerodible endoprosthesis erodes by galvanic erosion that can provide, e.g., improved endothelialization and therapeutic effects.

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