Electromagnetic photonic catheter for reducing restenosis
US6962584B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 4, 2002 |
| Grant date | Nov 8, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 14, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2018/2261
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The method of vascular treatment for restenosis or vulnerable plaque after an invasive procedure, such as for example angioplasty, stenting with or without drug coating, or drug delivery, comprises: inserting a catheter or hollow guide wire to the treatment location; delivering light through the catheter in the wavelength range of about 700–2500 nm; and moving the light to treat the affected region.
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