Apparatus and methods for bone, tissue and duct dilatation

Details Apparatus and methods for bone, tissue and duct dilatation Apparatus and methods for bone, tissue and duct dilatation

2003-09-29

2009-02-10

Lucchesi, Nicholas D (Department: 3763)

Surgery

Instruments

Internal pressure applicator

C604S096010

Reexamination Certificate

active

07488337

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus and methods are disclosed for medical treatment comprising bone, tissue or duct dilatation using inflatable dilatation elements together with apparatus and techniques for tensioning, stretching, folding, and/or wrapping the dilatation elements externally as well as in situ to facilitate insertion, positioning and withdrawal procedures.

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