Adjustable bifurcation catheter incorporating electroactive polymer and methods of making and using the same
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Jun 26, 2012
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May 8, 2008
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Nov 2, 2006
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Nov 2, 2006
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A medical device having at least one static state, at least activated state, and at least one active region including electroactive polymer (EAP) capable of fine electro-activated movements. The EAP movements include bending components for proper alignment, rotating components for pooper fittings, making components more rigid or flexible, and increasing and decreasing the volume of components. The fine movements allow for highly versatile and adaptable medical devices.
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