Stent anchoring system
US12029666B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 13, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jul 9, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 20, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/0069
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An illustrative stent may comprise an elongated tubular member having a first end and a second end and an intermediate region disposed therebetween. The elongated tubular member may include at least one barb attached thereto. The barb may be configured to be tucked under a filament of the stent during delivery of the stent and protrude radially from the stent, when the stent is deployed.
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