| abstract |
The invention relates to a method for coating the balloon of a balloon catheter, wherein the surface of the balloon is at least partially wetted with a first solution containing a polysaccharide and the part of the surface of the balloon wetted with the first solution is wetted with a second solution contains an active ingredient. In this way, the balloon is provided with an active ingredient layer which is effectively applied to the inner wall of the vessel during balloon dilation and, on the other hand, causes a delayed, long-lasting release of active ingredient. |