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Methods and devices for eluting agents to a vessel

US8556849B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 12, 2012
Grant dateOct 15, 2013
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Expiry dateJan 12, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2025/1081
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Systems, devices and methods for eluting an agent at a treatment site are disclosed. The devices include an expandable frame and at least one membrane. The membrane may carry an agent to elute at the treatment site. The membrane may allow blood flow at the treatment site during agent delivery.

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