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Polymeric vascular grafts which induce neovascularization with mild to minimal inflammation and promotion of fibrovascular tissue

Patent number: 11305039

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to shape memory polymer devices that are porous. The porosity of the device may generate advantageous neovascularization, decrease inflammation, and decrease fibrosis. The device may include a surface having a pore size of 500-750 microns and a pore spacing of 220-250 microns.

Type: Grant

Filed: March 19, 2020

Date of Patent: April 19, 2022

Assignees: Vanderbilt University, Venostent, Inc.

Inventor: Timothy C. Boire