Vessel occlusion device and method of using same

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9642691
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14677734

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An improved embolic filter frame is provided. The filter frame provides enhanced longitudinal compliance, improved sealing, low profile delivery, and short deployed length. The looped support struts have high “radial” stiffness with low “longitudinal” stiffness. When deployed, the frame exerts a relatively high stress onto a vessel wall to maintain an effective seal, yet remains longitudinally compliant. Minor displacements of the support wire or catheter are therefore not translated to the filter. The looped support struts elongate when tensioned and assume a compressed and essentially linear form. When the delivery catheter constraint is removed, the struts “snap open” and assume a looped configuration, exerting a high degree of force onto the vessel wall, creating an enhanced filter to vessel wall seal.

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  • W. L. GORE & ASSOCIATES, INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Cully, Edward H Flagstaff, US 266 10381
Vonesh, Michael J Flagstaff, US 111 5776

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