Intraluminal stent delivery system, and method of treating a vascular condition
US7749262B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 17, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jul 6, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 1, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/0054
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An intraluminal stent, an intraluminal stent delivery system, and a method of treating a vascular condition. The stent includes a framework with a plurality of flap portions projecting substantially beyond a central core region. The flap portions are movable from a compressed position and an extended position when the stent is deployed. The system includes a catheter and the intraluminal stent. The method includes positioning an intraluminal stent within a vessel. A plurality of flap portions of the stent is extended from a compressed position into contact with the vessel.
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