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Drug eluting medical implant

US9155638B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 10, 2013
Grant dateOct 13, 2015
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Expiry dateMay 10, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
  • CPC primaryD10B2509/06
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Disclosed are self-expanding medical implants for placement within a lumen of a patient. The implants comprise a woven or non-woven structure having a substantially tubular configuration, and are designed to be low-profile such that they are deliverable with a small diameter catheter. The implants have a high recoverability and desired mechanical properties.

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