Prosthesis (i.e. – artificial body members) – parts thereof – or ai – Arterial prosthesis – Stent combined with surgical delivery system
Reexamination Certificate
2007-03-20
2007-03-20
Dawson, Glenn K. (Department: 3731)
Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai
Arterial prosthesis
Stent combined with surgical delivery system
C606S108000, C606S200000
Reexamination Certificate
active
10441718
ABSTRACT:
Disclosed is an adjustable occlusion device for use in a body lumen such as the left atrial appendage. The occlusion device is removably carried by a deployment catheter. The device may be enlarged or reduced to facilitate optimal placement or removal. Methods are also disclosed.
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Frazier Andrew G. C.
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Klenk Alan R.
Kreidler Marc S.
Kume Stewart M.
Dawson Glenn K.
ev3 Endovascular, Inc.
Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP
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