Occlusion, anchoring, tensioning and flow direction apparatus and methods for use
US7331980B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 9, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 19, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/1205
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Wires, catheters, endoscopes, etc. and their methods that have flow directed distal ends, which allow and facilitate management of these devices during use are disclosed. Additionally instant invention allows for distal anchoring so that the device will remain in a location once it has arrived and its method for use. Further, the instant invention describes an apparatus and method for a tensioning characteristic to be applied along the device once it is place that will facilitate the passing of another member along the initially placed member. Last, a novel occluder is disclosed and its method of use.
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