Spring detach joint for delivering a detachable implantable device

US9155649B2 · US · B2

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Publication numberUS-9155649-B2
Application numberUS-201313959132-A
CountryUS
Kind codeB2
Filing dateAug 5, 2013
Priority dateAug 1, 2007
Publication dateOct 13, 2015
Grant dateOct 13, 2015

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Methods and systems for delivering an implantable device to a target site, using a detachable link. The system can include an embolic coil mated to a delivery wire via a detachable link comprising first and second engaging members. When the detachable link is delivered through a catheter, the first and second engaging members are configured to self-detach.

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The invention claimed is: 1. A system for delivering an implant comprising: a catheter having a lumen; a pusher wire slidably disposed at least partially within the lumen, the pusher wire having a first engaging member; and an implant having a second engaging member; wherein the first engaging member comprises a wall with an outer surface and an inner surface defining a cavity configured to receive the second engaging member, and a leaf-type spring disposed within the wall;…

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What does patent US9155649B2 cover?
Methods and systems for delivering an implantable device to a target site, using a detachable link. The system can include an embolic coil mated to a delivery wire via a detachable link comprising first and second engaging members. When the detachable link is delivered through a catheter, the first and second engaging members are configured to self-detach.
Who is the assignee on this patent?
Boston Scient Scimed Inc, Boston Scient Scimed Inc
What technology area does this patent fall under?
Primary CPC classification A61B17/1214. Mapped technology areas include Human Necessities.
When was this patent published?
Publication date Tue Oct 13 2015 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) (B2). Legal status and post-grant events are not shown on this page.
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