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Method of layering a three-coated stent using pharmacological and polymeric agents

  • US 6,251,136 B1
  • Filed: 12/08/1999
  • Issued: 06/26/2001
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/08/1999
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for coating a stent, comprising the steps of:

  • providing a stent;

    applying a base layer of sticky material to selected surfaces of said stent;

    applying pharmacological agent in micronized, dry form to selected surfaces coated by said base layer; and

    applying a membrane forming polymer coating through which said pharmacological agent is able to diffuse to all surfaces of said stent.

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