Support structures for intravascular blood pumps
US11351359B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 24, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jun 7, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 24, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M60/861
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An improved system for supporting (e.g., localization and/or positioning of) intravascular devices discussed herein provides for example a multi-element arrangement. A set of struts optionally projects from the intravascular device and contacts the vessel walls. The localization and positioning of the pump may be provided by the struts and/or by use of a tether opposing a propulsive force to ensure localization.
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