Valved embolic protection filter
US7537600B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 12, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 26, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 4, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/008
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Embolic protection filters that retain embolic debris captured therein are disclosed. One embodiment of an embolic protection filter includes a filter frame disposable about a guidewire, a filter membrane for filtering embolic debris, and a valve configured to prevent the escape of filtered embolic debris. The valve may comprise a leaflet valve having a plurality of leaflets configured to engage each other about a coaptive region.
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