Vascular valve with removable support component
US7524332B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 17, 2004 |
| Grant date | Apr 28, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/0095
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Described are vascular valve devices having valve elements formed of flexible material and at least one removable frame element. Also described are methods for using such devices in the vascular system and in particular in the venous system to treat venous insufficiency.
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