Dilatation balloon having reduced rigidity

Details Dilatation balloon having reduced rigidity Dilatation balloon having reduced rigidity

2011-06-28

2011-06-28

Lucchesi, Nicholas D (Department: 3763)

Surgery

Instruments

Internal pressure applicator

C604S096010, C604S103050, C604S103070

Reexamination Certificate

active

07967836

ABSTRACT:
A dilatation balloon is fabricated according to a process that forms cavities and indentations in the balloon and/or catheter sections. A length of tubing is axially elongated and radially expanded in a form to provide the requisite biaxial orientation and strength. Then, an excimer laser or another type of laser or mechanical material removal tool is used to remove the polymeric material, virtually without thermal effects. Cavities in the sleeve sections of the balloon are defined and if desired, indentations in the cone sections are defined. Material removal, particularly near the balloon sleeves enables a thinner, more flexible bonding area between the catheter shaft and the balloon. Further, the indentations along the cone sections enables tighter wrapping of the balloon for a reduced delivery profile. Rigidity near the sleeves is reduced for better maneuverability of the catheter in tortuous passageways.

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