Apparatus and method for deploying an implantable device within the body
US8128680B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 6, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 6, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 24, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0039
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention provides systems and methods for deploying implantable devices within the body. The delivery and deployment systems include at least one catheter or an assembly of catheters for selectively positioning the lumens of the implant to within target vessels. Various deployment and attachment mechanisms are provided for selectively deploying the implants.
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