Fixed wire dilatation catheter with an elongateable distal end
US8852223B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 6, 2007 |
| Grant date | Oct 7, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/1093
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fixed wire dilatation catheter for treating the vasculature of a patient. The dilatation catheter includes an elongated member that has a distal end portion which can be elongated to puncture through blockages within the blood vessels. The dilatation catheter also includes an expandable device located along the elongated member at a location proximal the distal end portion of the elongated member.
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