Occlusion device with flexible wire connector
US7927351B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 19, 2006 |
| Grant date | Apr 19, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 17, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00623
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An occlusion device includes a flexible section formed by a wire connector. The flexible wire connector gives the occlusion device improved torque and flexure characteristics, which allows the device to better conform to the contours of the heart.
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