Electromagnetic photonic catheter for reducing restenosis

Details Electromagnetic photonic catheter for reducing restenosis Electromagnetic photonic catheter for reducing restenosis

2005-11-08

2005-11-08

Farah, A. (Department: 3739)

Surgery

Instruments

Light application

C606S003000, C606S015000, C607S088000, C607S089000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06962584

ABSTRACT:
The method of vascular treatment for restenosis or vulnerable plaque after an invasive procedure, such as for example angioplasty, stenting with or without drug coating, or drug delivery, comprises: inserting a catheter or hollow guide wire to the treatment location; delivering light through the catheter in the wavelength range of about 700–2500 nm; and moving the light to treat the affected region.

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