Magnetic anastomosis device having improved delivery
US8118821B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 8, 2008 |
| Grant date | Feb 21, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 3, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/1117
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A magnet assembly for a magnetic anastamosis device is provide that is minimally invasive, easily and quickly delivered, and is accurately positioned to improve the delivery procedure. The magnet assembly includes an elongated hub and a plurality of magnetic members disposed over the elongated hub. The elongated hub is formed of a resilient or shape memory material, permitting the magnet assembly to be operable between a delivery configuration and a deployed configuration. In this manner, the package width of the magnet assembly is greatly reduced for delivery, thereby permitting delivery over a wire guide as well as through an access device such as a catheter. Associated delivery procedures and medical devices are also provided.
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