Self-expanding defect closure device and method of making and using
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Jun 27, 2000
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Dec 19, 1997
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Dec 20, 1996
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The present invention relates to a self-expanding device for sealing a defect in a wall, such as a septal defect. The device of the present invention has a fluoropolymer membrane that is supported by an embedded wire structure having elastic properties which is capable of being compressed and inserted in the defect by a catheter and thereafter returning to its memory induced configuration. The device of the present invention can be employed in a variety of applications where a small hole needs to be sealed.
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