Selective adherence of stent-graft coverings
US8012194B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 27, 2006 |
| Grant date | Sep 6, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 4, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/753
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An endoluminal prosthesis including a first polymer member bonded to a second polymer member to selectively encapsulate a stent. Selective bonding between the first and second polymer members results in unbonded regions or pockets that accommodate movement of the stent, permitting compression of the prosthesis using minimal force and enabling collapse of the prosthesis to a low profile. The pockets are believed to encourage enhanced cellular penetration for rapid healing and may contain bioactive substances.
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