Non-compliant multilayered balloon for a catheter
US8394055B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 4, 2010 |
| Grant date | Mar 12, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 8, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/1084
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A balloon catheter having a multi-layered balloon which has a first layer and at least a second layer, and which has noncompliant limited radial expansion beyond the nominal diameter of the balloon. By selecting the polymeric materials forming the balloon layers, and arranging and radially expanding the multiple layers of the balloon in accordance with the invention, a balloon is provided having an improved low compliance, preferably in combination with high flexibility and softness.
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