Occlusive implant delivery devices and associated methods
US9060773B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 16, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jun 23, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 20, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/805
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The various embodiments simplify the delivery of an occlusive implant to a hollow anatomical structure, such as a fallopian tube. For example, the delivery devices don't need to be retracted manually to deploy the implant. When the devices are activated, stored energy or a powered drive member induces movement of the various components. The operator need only position the distal ends of the devices at the treatment site and then commence deployment by, for example, flipping a switch or changing the position of an activation button. The present embodiments thus increase the efficacy of occlusion procedures by reducing the likelihood of operator error.
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