| abstract |
A method for sterilizing a medical device comprising a hydrophilic coating using radiation said method comprising the steps of bringing the medical device-having such coating in contact with an aqueous liquid for wetting the hydrophilic coating, said liquid comprising a solution of a hydrophilic polymer and sterilizing the device by applying a sufficient amount of radiation provides coated devices showing a significantly increased and prolonged water retention and lower friction coefficient when wet. |