Occlusion device

Details Occlusion device Occlusion device

2011-08-16

2011-08-16

Smith, Ruth S (Department: 3737)

Surgery: kinesitherapy

Kinesitherapy

Ultrasonic

C606S041000, C606S049000, C606S050000, C607S101000, C607S102000, C600S411000, C600S439000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07998095

ABSTRACT:
Methods, apparatus, and systems for repairing defective occlusions are provided. One embodiment includes an elongate body having a first lumen extending from a proximal end toward a distal end of the elongate body. An elongate structure, having a lumen extending from a proximal end toward a distal end of the elongate structure, is extendably and rotatably positioned at least partially within the first lumen of the elongate body. An energy emitting device is coupled to a portion of the elongate body proximal the distal end of the elongate body to emit focused ultrasound.

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