Catheter-based fastener implantation methods
US7959670B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 13, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jun 14, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 13, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/0013
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods implant one or more fastening structure(s) in a targeted body region, e.g., within a hollow body organ or an intraluminal space. The fastening structure(s) are implanted to a vessel wall, and serve to secure a prosthesis within the hollow body organ or intraluminal space.
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