Curvable stent-graft and apparatus and fitting method

Details Curvable stent-graft and apparatus and fitting method Curvable stent-graft and apparatus and fitting method

2011-08-16

2011-08-16

Willse, David H (Department: 3738)

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Arterial prosthesis

Stent in combination with graft

C623S001230

Reexamination Certificate

active

07998189

ABSTRACT:
A stent-graft (100) is provided with a tightenable loop element (122) having a first end terminated in a self-tightening knot (142) and a second end (138) which is received in and can slide in the knot (142). The loop (122) is fitted to the stent-graft (100) in a manner as to cause curvature of the stent-graft (100) upon tightening of the loop. An introducer assembly is also disclosed which includes a cannula (132, 150) within which a pull cord (136) and release wire (134) are located.

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