Multi-layer medical balloons

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2005-09-15

2011-10-11

Nguyen, Anhtuan (Department: 3731)

Surgery

Instruments

Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader

C604S103080, C604S103060

Reexamination Certificate

active

08034066

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to multi-layer medical balloons. In one aspect, a medical device includes an inflatable balloon. The inflatable balloon includes a first layer including a material having a first modulus of elasticity, and a second layer adjacent the first layer, the second layer including a material having a second modulus of elasticity that differs from the first modulus of elasticity by at least about 2,000 psi. A cutting element is carried by the balloon.

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