Devices and methods for removing material from a patient
US11589882B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 13, 2020 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 13, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/2215
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A containing element is used to capture material in a blood vessel for removal. The containing element is positioned within a constraining catheter while it is advanced through the blood vessel. A filament is coupled to the containing element which assists in opening and/or closing the containing element.
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