Drug-eluting medical implants
US9737647B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 19, 2016 |
| Grant date | Aug 22, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 19, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD10B2509/06
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
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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