Polymer link hybrid stent
US7455687B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 30, 2002 |
| Grant date | Nov 25, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 21, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0014
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention is directed to an expandable polymer link hybrid stent for implantation in a body lumen, such as a coronary artery along with a method of making the stent. The stent generally includes a series of metallic cylindrical rings longitudinally aligned on a common axis of the stent and interconnected by a series of polymeric links. The polymer links are formed by applying polymer layers between the rings and laser ablating the excess material. The polymeric material forming the polymeric links, provides longitudinal and flexural flexibility to the stent while maintaining sufficient column strength to space the cylindrical rings along the longitudinal axis. The metallic material forming the rings provides the necessary radial stiffness.
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