Medical implant
US8540765B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 9, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 24, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 9, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2420/02
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed is a self-expanding medical implant for placement within a lumen of a patient. The implant comprises a woven or non-woven structure having a substantially tubular configuration, and is designed to be low-profile such that it is deliverable with a small diameter catheter. The implant has a high recoverability and desired mechanical properties.
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