Method and device for filtering body fluid

Details Method and device for filtering body fluid Method and device for filtering body fluid

2005-09-27

2005-09-27

Bui, Vy (Department: 3731)

Surgery

Instruments

Means for inserting or removing conduit within body

C606S200000, C623S001110

Reexamination Certificate

active

06949103

ABSTRACT:
Medical devices for filtering fluids flowing through a lumen and a method of forming medical devices. The devices can be used in vascular channels, urinary tracts, biliary ducts and the like, and filter emboli and other debris generated at a treatment site.

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