Embolic protection system
US7144408B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 5, 2003 |
| Grant date | Dec 5, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 26, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/008
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An embolic protection filter system comprises a collapsible embolic protection filter 62 having a collapsed configuration for delivery of the filter, and a deployed configuration and a temporary lumen defining member 60. The lumen defining member 60 is used for loading a filter-containing delivery catheter 63 onto a guidewire 65. After loading, the member 60 can be removed by pulling on a tab 61.
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