Method and apparatus for performing an anastamosis

Details Method and apparatus for performing an anastamosis Method and apparatus for performing an anastamosis

2006-06-27

2006-06-27

Reip, David O. (Department: 3733)

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

Arterial prosthesis

Including means for graft delivery

Reexamination Certificate

active

07066953

ABSTRACT:
Graft delivery systems and methods for performing a cardiac by-pass procedure using a graft or a mammary artery are described. A combination of catheters and guide devices through the aorta, coronary artery, and the thoracic region can be used to accomplish these procedures.

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