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The patent EP3909619 was granted to Baxter on Mar 15, 2023. The application was filed on Aug 1, 2007 under application number EP21184339A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Granted And Under Opposition".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ETHICON | Dec 15, 2023 | CARPMAELS & RANSFORD | ADMISSIBLE |
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The dossier documents provide a comprehensive record of the patent's prosecution history - including filings, correspondence, and decisions made by patent offices - and are crucial for understanding the patent's legal journey and any challenges it may have faced during examination.
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