Block copolymer-coated endoprosthesis

In embodiments, a stent includes a copolymer having a modulus of about 10 MPa or less and exhibiting hydrolytic degradation substantially by surface erosion. For example, the copolymer can include elastic segments formed of trimethyl carbonate polymer or copolymer, and rigid segments formed of a lac...

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Main Authors ATANASOSKA LILIANA, RAHI MOURAD, WARNER ROBERT W
Format Patent
LanguageEnglish
Published 19.04.2016
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Summary:In embodiments, a stent includes a copolymer having a modulus of about 10 MPa or less and exhibiting hydrolytic degradation substantially by surface erosion. For example, the copolymer can include elastic segments formed of trimethyl carbonate polymer or copolymer, and rigid segments formed of a lactide, glycolide, -caprolactone polymer or copolymer.
Bibliography:Application Number: US201113105473