Stent delivery under direct visualization
US8858609B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 6, 2009 |
| Grant date | Oct 14, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 27, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0039
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Stent delivery under direct visualization utilizing an imaging hood is described herein. A stent may be delivered and placed in or around lesions, e.g., ostial lesions, through a delivery catheter while being directly visualized via an imaging hood. A pre-delivery assessment probe may also be advanced to the desired site for accurate placement of the stent.
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