| abstract |
The present invention discloses a device and a method for the prevention, treatment or alleviation of abnormal states of an organ, preferably a hollow organ. The invention in particular relates to a device and method for reducing the risk of hospital-acquired infections, nosocomial infections, originating from the insertion of the device and/or use of the device in the body of a human or animal. The invention in particular relates to a device releasing at least one low molecular drug permeating the device thereby exerting its antimicrobial effect also on the outside of the device. |