Terumo has patented a medical device coating formulation with an antimicrobial base coat and top coat. The base coat includes a copolymer modified with reactive moieties, while the top coat contains antimicrobial compounds or polymers. The decorated top coat is formed from a specific mixture of compounds. GlobalData’s report on Terumo 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 Terumo, Prosthetic cardiac valves was a key innovation area identified from patents. Terumo's grant share as of January 2024 was 37%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11883564B2) discloses an antimicrobial coating formulation designed for use on medical devices such as catheters. The formulation consists of a base coat containing a copolymer of tetrahydrofurfuryl acrylate and a monomer with reactive moieties, along with a top coat comprising antimicrobial compounds or polymers. The top coat is a copolymer reaction product of specific compounds, resulting in a decorated top coat that enhances antimicrobial properties.
Furthermore, the patent claims detail various embodiments of the antimicrobial coating formulation, including different compositions for the base coat and top coat, as well as the incorporation of specific functional groups and antimicrobial compounds. The formulation aims to provide a durable and effective antimicrobial coating for catheters, utilizing a combination of copolymers and reactive moieties to enhance antimicrobial properties. The structure of the top coat can be linear or branched, offering versatility in application on medical devices to prevent infections and improve patient safety.
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