Method and system for improving stent retention using stent openings
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Oct 28, 2004
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Apr 28, 2003
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Apr 28, 2003
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The invention provides a system for treating a vascular condition, comprising a catheter and a stent. The catheter includes an inflatable balloon. The stent is removably coupled to the balloon. The stent includes at least one elongated opening oriented generally perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the stent. A portion of the balloon is positioned within the elongated opening to aid in retaining the stent to the balloon.
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