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Methods and apparatus for thrombectomy system

US9254144B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 14, 2007
Grant dateFeb 9, 2016
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Expiry dateOct 4, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2090/08021
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

In certain embodiments, the system is configured to remove from or fragment materials in a vessel by inserting a catheter into a vessel, wherein the distal tip of the catheter is placed at the surgical site and a liquid spray is applied to materials to remove or fragment (as defined herein) the materials. In certain embodiments, the system comprises a liquid spray emanating from a fragmentation lumen and across a fragmentation opening.

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