Tubular prosthesis and associated kit
US8623072B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 20, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jan 7, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 3, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0039
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A tubular prosthesis is radially deformable and includes a lattice that is deformable between a retracted state of small diameter and an expanded state of larger diameter. The prosthesis includes at least two outer hooks delimiting between them a clamp for engaging in an outer tissue. The two hooks are carried by the lattice and can be moved between a spaced-apart position in which the clamp is open and a closer-together position in which the clamp is closed. The prosthesis includes a guiding member for moving at least one of the hooks during deformation of the prosthesis. The guiding member delimits a guide passage in which at least one of the hooks is engaged.
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