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Tubular prosthesis

US8361137B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 9, 2005
Grant dateJan 29, 2013
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Expiry dateMar 24, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2230/0054
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The radially deformable tubular prosthesis comprises a lattice that is deformable between a retracted state of small diameter and an expanded state of greater diameter. It includes at least two external hooks defining between them a clamp for hooking in external tissue, the two hooks being carried by the lattice and being movable between a spaced-apart position in which the clamp is open, and a closer-together position in which the clamp is closed.

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