Medical devices and methods of making the same

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2011-06-28

2011-06-28

Barr, Michael (Department: 1711)

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

Arterial prosthesis

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C623S001440, C623S001460, C606S194000, C606S195000, C606S198000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07967854

ABSTRACT:
An endoprosthesis, such as a stent, having a layer that can enhance the biocompatibility of the endoprosthesis, and methods of making the endoprosthesis are disclosed.

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