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Integral dilation element for a balloon catheter

US9302079B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 30, 2012
Grant dateApr 5, 2016
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Expiry dateFeb 9, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2025/1086
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A balloon catheter is provided for dilating hardened stenoses. The balloon catheter has dilation elements integrally formed on the outer surface of the balloon. The dilation elements have cross-sectional shapes that improve the performance of the balloon catheter.

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