Delivery and retrieval manifold for a distal protection filter
US7722638B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 14, 2007 |
| Grant date | May 25, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 24, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/0093
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices and methods for delivery or retrieval of a distal protection device. A distal protection assembly may comprise an outer sheath, an inner shaft disposed within a lumen of the outer sheath, a distal protection device disposed at a distal end of the inner shaft; and a manifold coupled to a proximal end of the outer sheath that is adapted for moving the outer sheath relative to the inner shaft.
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