Balloon with mandrel support guidewire
US10092430B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 29, 2015 |
| Grant date | Oct 9, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 29, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/1084
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A coil-reinforced medical device delivery mechanism including a stiff proximal end for enhanced pushability and a soft distal end, including a free floating tip portion, for increased maneuverability and decreased breakage. The system utilizes a non-compliant balloon mounted on a flexible, single lumen shaft device with a support mandrel construction.
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