Intravascular catheter having an expandable incising portion and embolic protection device
US12408942B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 12, 2022 |
| Grant date | Sep 9, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 27, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/320716
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An intravascular device and methods for using the same are provided. The intravascular device includes an expandable portion with struts operable between a first position and a second position where the struts are moved outward from the first position. An incising element is provided at, and extends outward from, at least one of the struts. An embolic protection device covers at least a portion of the expandable portion.
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