IVC filter retrieval systems with releasable capture feature

US10278804B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• AVANTEC VASCULAR CORPORATION · US

Inventors

• Nicholas DeBeer · Sunnyvale, US
• Frank P. Becking · Palo Alto, US
• Karl Halden · Sunnyvale, US
• Teresa Ruvalcaba · Palo Alto, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Dec 12, 2014
• Grant date: May 7, 2019
• Expiry date: Mar 16, 2036

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61F2230/0067
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

Funnel-trap type devices or systems made of braid are described for capture and retrieval or, instead, capture and subsequent release of Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) filters or other medical devices. Delivery and/or retrieval devices, kits in which they are included, methods of use and methods of manufacture are all contemplated.