Our product is a next-generation, biodegradable, drug-eluting ureteral stent designed to address critical challenges in urological care. Current stents, typically made from non-degradable materials, are associated with complications such as encrustation, biofilm formation, and urinary tract infections (affecting 5–10% of patients), as well as the need for secondary surgical removal, which drives up costs and patient discomfort. These issues create a significant burden on healthcare systems and negatively impact patient outcomes.

SOLUTION :

Our solution utilizes a dual-layer design integrating advanced biodegradable polymer composites to achieve controlled degradation and sustained local drug delivery. The inner layer is engineered to ensure mechanical strength and maintain ureteral patency during the healing period, while the outer layer facilitates an initial burst of therapeutic agents and subsequent controlled release over time. This localized drug delivery system—incorporating anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial agents—reduces systemic side effects and minimizes post-operative complications, ultimately improving patient recovery.

OUTCOMES :

Key outcomes include enhanced patient comfort, reduced infection rates, and elimination of the need for secondary surgeries, which can potentially lower overall healthcare costs by up to 30%. Additional deliverables include a fully validated prototype with comprehensive in vitro testing (swelling kinetics, degradation profiles, SEM analysis, and drug release kinetics), a scalable manufacturing process utilizing 3D printing and solvent casting, and a clear regulatory roadmap for obtaining CDSCO, CE, and ISO certifications. 

Enhanced patient recovery and reduced post-surgical complications (e.g., infections, encrustation).

• Elimination of secondary surgeries, leading to lower overall healthcare costs.
• Sustained, localized drug delivery that improves therapeutic outcomes.
• Superior mechanical stability and biocompatibility ensuring long-term ureteral patency.
• Environmentally sustainable solution through biodegradation, minimizing medical waste.