Controlled ingrowth feature for antimigration
US10219921B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 2, 2015 |
| Grant date | Mar 5, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 31, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0051
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A tubular prosthesis that includes a scaffolding formed by at least one scaffolding filament; a cover; and at least one controlled ingrowth feature constructed and arranged to abut an inner surface of a lumen wall when the prosthesis is implanted in the body lumen. The controlled ingrowth feature may extend inwards or outwards from the prosthesis outer surface. The controlled ingrowth feature may be formed by a scaffolding filament; by a separate filament; by the cover; and combinations thereof.
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