Modular stent-graft for endovascular repair of aortic arch aneurysms and dissections
US8092511B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 19, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jan 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0065
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system and method for treating and repairing complex anatomy characterized by a plurality of vessel portions oriented at various angles relative to each other. The system including a graft device that is capable of being assembled in situ and has associated therewith a method that avoids the cessation of blood flow to vital organs. A delivery catheter system and various graft supporting, mating and anchoring structures are additionally included.
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