Device for loading an embolic protection filter into a catheter
US7717936B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 18, 2006 |
| Grant date | May 18, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 27, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/0006
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A transvascular embolic protection system for safely capturing and retaining embolic material released during an interventional procedure comprises an embolic protection device (1) and a delivery catheter (2) for delivery of the embolic protection device (1) to a desired location in the vascular system. A pack (4) is provided to safely store and prepare the embolic protection system for use. The pack (4) comprises a tray (5) with a channel (6) extending in a looped configuration around the tray (5) for receiving the delivery catheter (2). A loading device (7) is mounted in the tray (5) adjacent to the delivery catheter (2). The embolic protection device (1) is mounted in an expanded configuration in a well (90) in the tray (5). A pushing device (8) for loading the collapsible embolic protection device (1) into the delivery catheter (2) is mounted in the tray (5) adjacent to the embolic protection device (1).
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