Clot retrieval device for removing clot from a blood vessel
US10390850B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 12, 2014 |
| Grant date | Aug 27, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 4, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/2215
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A clot retrieval device may include an elongate member and an expandable clot engaging element configured to extend across the clot in its expanded state. The expandable clot engaging element may include a first monolithic structure and a second monolithic structure. The first monolithic structure may encircle the second monolithic structure over at least a portion of its length. The second monolithic structure may include a proximal section, an intermediate section, and a distal section. The distal section may include an expansion.
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