Devices and methods for interconnecting vessels
US7892247B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 3, 2002 |
| Grant date | Feb 22, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 15, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2050/364
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention provides implantable devices and associated methods for interconnecting human vessels in a side-to-side or an end-to-side arrangement rapidly, safely and in a minimally invasive manner. The devices comprise a vessel connector and a intravascular support mechanism for establishing fluid communication between two vessels. Certain embodiments further include a sealing member for further sealing the openings in the vessels created for inserting the subject devices.
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