Prosthesis (i.e. – artificial body members) – parts thereof – or ai – Arterial prosthesis – Made of synthetic material
Reexamination Certificate
2006-02-07
2006-02-07
Isabella, David J. (Department: 3738)
Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai
Arterial prosthesis
Made of synthetic material
C623S001300, C623S001350, C139S38700A, C428S036100, C428S057000, C428S193000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06994724
ABSTRACT:
Single tubular woven or bifurcated prostheses are disclosed having varying diameters and tapered transitions. The prostheses comprise a seam along the tapered edges, thereby providing a substantially fluid-tight transition between sections or extents of the prostheses. The seam may be located at an edge where fabric of the prosthesis tapers from one diameter to a different diameter and/or at a point where the prosthesis splits such as a bifurcation. The seamed crotch may be used for tapered and non-tapered bifurcated grafts. The seam may be woven directly on a weaving loom or joined together after weaving is completed.
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Chattopadhyay Urmi
Isabella David J.
Kilpatrick & Stockton LLP
McMurray Fabrics, Inc.
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