Patent No. EP3238773 (titled "Drug Coated Inflatable Balloon Having A Thermal Dependent Release Layer") was filed by Medtronic Vascular on Apr 28, 2017. The application was issued on Nov 22, 2023.

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative |
|---|---|---|
| ACAPO ONSAGERS | Aug 21, 2024 | ACAPO ONSAGERS |
| ONSAGERS | Aug 21, 2024 | ONSAGERS |
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