Vascular protection devices and methods of use

Details Vascular protection devices and methods of use Vascular protection devices and methods of use

2007-03-20

2007-03-20

Truong, Kevin T. (Department: 3731)

Surgery

Instruments

Internal pressure applicator

Reexamination Certificate

active

10132562

ABSTRACT:
An embolic protection device or system for use in a lumen of a vessel in a patient's vascular system. The device filters debris and blood clots in a body lumen and/or prevents them from moving distally from a treatment site in a vessel and causing emboli. The device may include a filter placed distally of the treatment site. The device may include an occlusive element placed either distally or proximally of the treatment site.

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