Atherectomy apparatus with imaging
US12226117B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 19, 2016 |
| Grant date | Feb 18, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/3784
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to apparatuses for cutting and removing occlusive material with imaging capabilities. According to certain aspects, the apparatus includes a catheter body, a rotatable shaft, and an imaging element. The catheter body defines a lumen and includes a distal housing that defines an opening. The rotatable shaft is disposed within the lumen of the catheter body. The rotatable shaft includes a conveying component and a cutting element that is at least partially surrounded by the distal housing. The imaging element is located on the distal housing of the catheter body.
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