Medical device retaining sheath and medical device delivery system employing same
US8048138B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 23, 2002 |
| Grant date | Nov 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 4, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0071
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An endoluminal prosthetic delivery system provides a delivery sheath possessing a yield strength capable of allowing implantation of the prosthesis with increased efficiency. An endoluminal prosthesis is inserted in a body in a radially compressed condition, and expanded at an implantation site, whereby a delivery sheath or the prosthesis itself possesses a yield strength sufficient to allow radial expansion of the prosthesis. A method of implanting an endoluminal prosthesis is also herein provided.
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