Vessel treatment systems, methods, and kits
US10292381B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 11, 2016 |
| Grant date | May 21, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 14, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N5/0624
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
One aspect of the invention provides a vessel treatment system including: a housing defining at least one opening adapted and configured to receive an anatomical vessel; and a humidifier in communication with the housing, the humidifier adapted and configured to introduce humidity into the housing to prevent desiccation of the anatomical vessel. Another aspect of the invention provides a kit including: the vessel treatment system as described herein; and a passivation agent. Another aspect of the invention provides a method for preparing a vein graft. The method includes: applying a tissue passivation agent to a resected anatomical vessel; and placing the resected anatomical vessel in a humidified chamber while the tissue passivation agent cures.
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