Apparatus and methods for bone, tissue and duct dilatation
US7488337B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 29, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 10, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/1003
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus and methods are disclosed for medical treatment comprising bone, tissue or duct dilatation using inflatable dilatation elements together with apparatus and techniques for tensioning, stretching, folding, and/or wrapping the dilatation elements externally as well as in situ to facilitate insertion, positioning and withdrawal procedures.
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