Apparatus and methods for medical device expansion

Details Apparatus and methods for medical device expansion Apparatus and methods for medical device expansion

2011-07-26

2011-07-26

Tolan, Edward (Department: 3725)

Metal deforming

Process

Tube making or reshaping

C072S393000, C072S466000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07984636

ABSTRACT:
A mandrel usable for expanding a medical device is disclosed. The mandrel includes a first tube portion having a first lumen and a first tube diameter. A second tube portion extends from the first tube portion; the second tube portion is configured to receive a medical device. A second tube diameter is smaller than the first tube diameter. A plurality of tube segments are separated by a plurality of slots formed in the mandrel, while a second lumen is in communication with the first lumen. At least a portion of the plurality of tube segments is moveable outwardly to expand the medical device.

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