Snare
US6641590B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 6, 2001 |
| Grant date | Nov 4, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 15, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/2212
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An intravascular snare device for use in capturing debris found in blood vessels. The snare device is fabricated from a tube and includes longitudinally and circumferentially extending members. The snare device specifically embodies structure that provides enhanced radial opening and angular resistance to collapse.
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