Polymeric implant delivery system
US8372133B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 5, 2009 |
| Grant date | Feb 12, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 9, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/0054
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Delivery systems for a polymeric tubular implant, kits that include such delivery systems, and methods of treating patients by implanting tubular implants using the delivery systems. The delivery systems include an inner shaft, an expandable member slidably disposed about the inner shaft and configured to receive the tubular implant, and a tubular outer shaft disposed about the inner shaft.
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