Implantable-glucose responsive insulin delivery device
US9387279B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 31, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jul 12, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 25, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2230/201
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A biocompatible insulin delivery device is provided comprising an insulin reservoir sealed with a glucose-responsive plug or membrane. The plug functions to release insulin from the reservoir in response to a hyperglycemic glucose concentration and to prevent insulin release from the reservoir in response to hypoglycemic glucose concentration. In one embodiment, the plug is made of a biocompatible polymeric matrix comprising an inorganic component, a stimulus-responsive component and a catalytic component.
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