Device and method for medical interventions of body lumens

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 7549974
APP PUB NO 20040049152A1
SERIAL NO

10449695

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A directional balloon is provided that can be used for a medical intervention of a body lumen. In one aspect, the directional balloon inflates in a distal to proximal direction and deflates in a proximal to distal direction. In another aspect, the directional balloon inflates in a proximal to distal direction and deflates in a distal to proximal direction. The directional balloon is capable of providing an occlusive seal to protect against embolization. A suction catheter with a control means is provided to provide suction in a controlled fashion in a body lumen. The suction catheter is used during periods of a medical intervention that risks distal embolization. When turned on, the suction catheter is capable of removing unwanted materials. The suction means could be operated by a control means.

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  • THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE LELAND STANFORD JUNIOR UNIVERSITY

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Nayak, Asha Shrinivas Menlo Park, US 8 1480

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