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Serration balloon

US10471238B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 3, 2015
Grant dateNov 12, 2019
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Expiry dateApr 11, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29L2031/7543
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A serration balloon can have a number of different components and can be made in a number of different manners. One or more longitudinally extending members with periodic raised wedges can be attached to a medical balloon. They can be attached with a fiber coating, a polymer coating, or other methods. A polymer matrix can be used to bond the longitudinally extending member to the surface of the balloon. The fiber coating can be, for example, a thread or mesh that secures the longitudinally extending member to the balloon. The medical balloon can be an angioplasty balloon, such as an off-the-shelf angioplasty balloon.

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