Bronchial flow control devices and methods of use
US7011094B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 25, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 14, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 15, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S128/912
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A flow control device includes a sealing component that can be positioned within a bronchial lumen. The sealing component can comprise two or more overlapping segments that are movable relative to one another such that the segments collectively form a seal that can expand and contract in size to fit within and seal bronchial lumens of various sizes.
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