Intraluminal support frame and medical devices including the support frame
US7544205B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 20, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jun 9, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 23, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/0054
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Intraluminal support frames for placement within a body vessel are provided. The support frames include a plurality of ring structures and first and second sets of connector segments. Connector segments of the first set join adjacent pairs of ring structures while connector segments of the second set join at least three ring structures. Medical devices are also provided that include a support frame and an additional component, such as a graft member or valve member.
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