Device and method for treating vulnerable plaque
US8100860B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 4, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jan 24, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 16, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/1047
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device and method is provided for localized agent delivery through a coronary vessel. In one configuration, the device includes an elongated member having a first and second end with a tip and an aperture positioned near the second end. An injection lumen places the first end of the elongated member in fluid communication with the aperture, permitting fluids such as contrast agent or therapeutic agents to be delivered therebetween. In an exemplary method, the device is tracked through a bend in the coronary anatomy, forcing the tip of the device toward the greater curve and through the vessel wall. The aperture may advanced to the desired location and agents may be delivered through the device into target tissue or space. Other configurations and embodiments of the device and method are presented.
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