Stent securement by balloon modification
US6432080B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 3, 2001 |
| Grant date | Aug 13, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 3, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/9583
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Improved stent securement in a balloon catheter including balloon modification. The improvement comprises a circumferential fold in at least one of the distal cone portion and proximal cone portion over a portion of the body portion. The fold includes first and second layers of balloon material which are touching each other in a plurality of locations. The fold encompasses a circumferential end portion of the stent for securing it in place until dilation of the balloon.
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