Apparatus and process for electrolytic removal of material...

Chemistry: electrical and wave energy – Apparatus – Electrolytic

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C204S279000, C204S285000

Reexamination Certificate

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06916409

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and process is disclosed for the electrolytic removal of metal from a device, such as a medical device. More particularly, the apparatus of the invention includes a mandrel having slots or openings therein to expose portions of a metallic device, such as a stent, to an electrolytic solution to remove metal from the exposed portion.

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