Coil bioabsorbable bifurcation stent
US9173752B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 21, 2012 |
| Grant date | Nov 3, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 16, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/001
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A bioabsorbable, expandable coil bifurcation stent having a first, second, and third segment, in which the second and third segments are extensions of a coiled fiber in the first segment. Also disclosed is a three-segment expandable coil bifurcation stent in which the second and third segments extend from supporting fibers in the first segment. Further disclosed is an expandable bifurcation stent in which supporting fibers in the first segment also support the second and third segments. The three segments are independently adjustable to fit varied geometries.
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