Biocompatible controlled release coatings for medical devices and related methods
US9687368B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 12, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jun 27, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 9, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2300/602
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Biocompatible coatings for medical devices are disclosed. Specifically, polymer coatings designed to control the release of bioactive agents from medical devices in vivo are disclosed wherein the solubility parameters of polymers and drugs are closely matched to control elute rate profiles. The present application also discloses providing vascular stents with controlled release coatings and related methods for making these coatings.
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