Stent apparatuses for treatment via body lumens and methods of use
US10070977B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 24, 2006 |
| Grant date | Sep 11, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 30, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2300/20
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An enhanced stent apparatus, comprising: a support element, wherein the support element is constructed to be positioned in a body lumen; and, a porous structure, the porous structure located on a surface of the support element, and wherein the porous structure is comprised of at least one fiber under 30 microns in diameter, has a coverage area of less than 30% and is provided with apertures.
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