Elongated member for intravascular delivery of radiation
US6398709B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 19, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 19, 2019 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N5/1002
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A radioactive source for use in intravascular treatment includes an elongated wire having a first diameter and an integral distal end having a second diameter. The second diameter is less than the first diameter. A plurality of spaced apart toroidal elements are disposed on the distal end of the wire. The toroidal elements include radioactive material.
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