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Method and device for left atrial appendage occlusion

US7128073B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 8, 1999
Grant dateOct 31, 2006
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Expiry dateNov 8, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2210/125
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Disclosed is an occlusion device for use in a body lumen such as the left atrial appendage. The occlusion device includes an occlusion member and may also include a stabilizing member. The stabilizing member inhibits compression of the left atrial appendage, facilitating tissue in-growth onto the occlusion member. Methods are also disclosed.

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