Retrievable vena cava filter

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2011-06-14

2011-06-14

Severson, Ryan J (Department: 3731)

Surgery

Instruments

Internal pressure applicator

Reexamination Certificate

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07959645

ABSTRACT:
A filter device positionable within a blood vessel for trapping emboli in the vessel, the filter device having a head and a plurality of divergent legs each secured at a first end to the head; each leg having one or more hooks at a second end. The hooks can include an expandable and contractible sleeve or hook that provides securing means for the legs and which also allows for easy removal of the filter device.

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