Method of crimping a polymeric stent

Details Method of crimping a polymeric stent Method of crimping a polymeric stent

2011-06-28

2011-06-28

Cozart, Jermie E (Department: 3726)

Metal working

Method of mechanical manufacture

Assembling or joining

C029S557000, C623S001190, C623S001380

Reexamination Certificate

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07966708

ABSTRACT:
A method of crimping a stent to a support element is disclosed, the method comprising: positioning a polymeric stent around a support element; heating the stent, wherein the heated stent is above ambient temperature; and allowing the heated stent to radially contract onto the support element, wherein the heated stent radially contracts at least partially due to heating the stent.

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