Multi-component obstruction removal system and method
US9833252B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 12, 2014 |
| Grant date | Dec 5, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 9, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2018/1435
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An obstruction removal device is described having a retrieval component used to engage an obstruction within the vasculature and a sheath component that is capable of inverting to fold over the obstruction and the retrieval component. The sheath component helps contain the obstruction and minimizes trauma to the blood vessel during the removal process.
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