Patent ID: 8263102
Filing Date: 2012-09-11
Classification: A61F,A61K,A61L,A61M,A61P

Abstract:
1. A coated medical device, comprising: a coating having cross-linked bio-absorbable carrier component, the bio-absorbable carrier component being at least partially formed of cellular uptake inhibitor and cellular uptake enhancer; wherein the cellular uptake enhancer comprises one or more fatty acids selected from the group consisting of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA); wherein the coating is cured using at least one of heat and ultraviolet light and further includes a therapeutic agent; wherein the bioabsorbable carrier component comprises two or more of the fatty acids cross-linked into a substantially random configuration by ester bonds; and controlled delivery of the therapeutic agent to the patient.