Contrast agent coated medical device

Details Contrast agent coated medical device Contrast agent coated medical device

2011-05-17

2011-05-17

Hartley, Michael G (Department: 1618)

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Preparations characterized by special physical form

Implant or insert

C424S009300, C424S423000, C623S001430

Reexamination Certificate

active

07943161

ABSTRACT:
A magnetically opaque medical device is disclosed wherein a contrast agent is incorporated into the actual device. The medical device is generally comprised of a base material forming the structure of the device and a contrast agent, such as tocopherol and tocopherol derivative solutions or suspensions, gadolinium, or nickel sulfate integrated into the base material itself or posited on a substantial portion of an exterior surface of the device. The device may include other additional functional agents and layers.

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