Transluminally implantable venous valve
US6299637A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 20, 1999 |
| Grant date | Oct 9, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 20, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/0054
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed is a self-expandable prosthetic venous valve, such as for implantation in the deep veins of the leg. The valve is mounted in a support structure, such as a self-expandable tubular wire cage. Deployment catheters and methods are also disclosed.
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