Bronchial flow control devices and methods of use
US7854228B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 28, 2005 |
| Grant date | Dec 21, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 8, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S128/912
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and systems for lung volume reduction of a patient are described. The methods include implanting a flow control device in a bronchial passageway of the lung. The flow control device regulates fluid flow through the bronchial passageway and includes a valve protector that at least partially surrounds a valve member. The valve protector has sufficient rigidity to maintain the shape of the valve member against compression.
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