Radiopaque coating for biomedical devices

Details Radiopaque coating for biomedical devices Radiopaque coating for biomedical devices

2011-08-23

2011-08-23

Sweet, Thomas J (Department: 3738)

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

Arterial prosthesis

Having plural layers

C623S001420

Reexamination Certificate

active

08002822

ABSTRACT:
A medical device has a porous radiopaque coating that can withstand the high strains inherent in the use of such devices without delamination. A coating of Ta is applied to a medical device, such as a stent, by vapor deposition so that the thermomechanical properties of the stent are not adversely affected. The coating preferable has high emissivity.

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