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Method of modifying a coating on a medical device

US9724729B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 22, 2010
Grant dateAug 8, 2017
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Expiry dateDec 19, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L2400/18
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Method of modifying the coating of a surface of a medical device by applying a coating to the surface of the medical device, exposing the medical device to an environmental condition that alters the coating morphology, and drying the coating on the medical device. The disclosed subject matter also provides a coated medical device whose one or more surfaces have been modified by this method.

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