Device and method for collapsing an angioplasty balloon

Details Device and method for collapsing an angioplasty balloon Device and method for collapsing an angioplasty balloon

2007-10-23

2007-10-23

Truong, Kevin T. (Department: 3734)

Surgery

Means for introducing or removing material from body for...

Treating material introduced into or removed from body...

C604S103090

Reexamination Certificate

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10367143

ABSTRACT:
A device for collapsing a balloon in the vasculature of a patient after an angioplasty procedure includes a balloon and at least one elastomeric member that is attached to the inner surface of the balloon at a plurality of attachment points. Preferably, the elastomeric member is an annular band that will stretch during balloon inflation. Consequently, when the balloon is deflated, the elastomeric member pulls on the balloon at its attachment points to return the balloon to a predetermined configuration, wherein the balloon collapses inwardly onto itself for subsequent removal of the balloon from the vessel.

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