Boston Scientific has been granted a patent for a medical stent design that includes a biodegradable material to facilitate engagement with target tissue. The stent features a scaffold, fixation member, and biodegradable material that degrades to allow proper tissue engagement. GlobalData’s report on Boston Scientific gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Boston Scientific, Prosthetic cardiac valves was a key innovation area identified from patents. Boston Scientific's grant share as of February 2024 was 56%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Biodegradable stent for treating body lumen
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11925570B2) discloses a novel stent design featuring a radially expandable scaffold with fixation members and biodegradable materials. The stent includes fixation members that transition from a constrained to an extended configuration, engaging target tissue sites. The biodegradable material degrades post-expansion, allowing the fixation members to engage the tissue while maintaining scaffold integrity. The design aims to enhance stent performance and tissue interaction post-implantation.
Furthermore, the patent details variations in the stent design, including multiple fixation members with projections for tissue engagement and the use of biodegradable films or materials that dissolve upon contact with enzymes. These features ensure precise tissue anchoring and controlled degradation, improving the overall effectiveness of the stent. The innovative approach of combining fixation members, biodegradable materials, and scaffold design showcases advancements in stent technology for better patient outcomes and long-term efficacy.
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