by Daniel X. Thomas
EP 2 558 029 B1 relates to systems for transcatheter implantation of a stented prosthetic heart valve.
Brief outline of the procedure
The OD decided that the patent as granted lacked N over D11 which was prior art under Art 54(3).
AR1 was offending Art 123(2) and the OD maintained the patent according to AR2.
by Daniel X. Thomas
EP 3 085 344 B1 relates to a wound pad and a self-adhesive member comprising a wound pad.
Brief outline of the case
The patent was maintained according AR4.
Both proprietor and opponent appealed this decision.
Eventually, the patent was revoked.
The topic of this blog the non-admissibility of AR 5 to 11 in appeal.