Fluorescent dyed lubricant for medical devices

Details Fluorescent dyed lubricant for medical devices Fluorescent dyed lubricant for medical devices

2006-05-30

2006-05-30

Robert, Eduardo C. (Department: 3731)

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Arterial prosthesis

Having plural layers

C623S001230

Reexamination Certificate

active

07052512

ABSTRACT:
A composition and method for detecting the presence, location and uniformity of a lubricious coating on a medical device. The method includes the steps of preparing a mixture of a biocompatible hydrophilic fluorescent dye and a hydrophobic lubricant, applying the mixture to the surface of a medical device to form a coating capable of exhibiting fluorescence, and subjecting the surface of the medical device to a source of energy capable of inducing a fluorescent emission. The coating composition may further comprise a surfactant. This method finds particular utility for catheters, especially stent delivery catheters.

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