Abstract: An embolic protection filter having a plurality of filter membranes for collecting embolic debris within a body lumen is disclosed. An embolic protection filter in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention includes a first filter membrane coupled to an elongated member, a second filter membrane coupled to the elongated member distal the first filter membrane, and an actuator mechanism for actuating the embolic protection filter within a vessel.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
October 25, 2002
Date of Patent:
January 27, 2009
Assignee:
Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
Inventors:
Thomas E. Broome, Virgil Voeller, Mel Beulke, Anthony C. Vrba
Abstract: An image retaining card is disclosed. An image retaining card in accordance with the present invention may be utilized as an identification card, a driver's license, a passport, and the like. An image retaining card in accordance with the present invention comprises a substrate structure, a cover, and an image receptive material disposed between the substrate structure and the cover. The substrate structure comprises a substrate layer and a substrate tie layer.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 9, 2000
Date of Patent:
April 29, 2003
Assignee:
3M Innovative Properties Company
Inventors:
Nagraj Koneripalli, Mark F. Schulz, Lori P. Engle, James M. Jonza
Abstract: An ablation catheter system for capturing and removing necrotic tissue and thrombi generated during an ablative procedure is disclosed. The catheter typically includes an elongate member, a filtration assembly disposed within the distal region, and an ablation instrument at the distal end. Alternatively, the ablation instrument is carried on the distal end of an ablation catheter, which is disposed within a lumen of the catheter system. The catheter may further include an aspiration port and lumen. Methods of using the devices in preventing distal embolization during ablative procedures are disclosed.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
August 4, 1999
Date of Patent:
May 22, 2001
Assignee:
Scimed Life Systems, Inc.
Inventors:
Jonathan D. Root, Kevin Hahnen, Tracy D. Maahs