Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm Jens F. Hoekendijk
  • Methods and devices for removing an obstruction from a blood vessel
    Patent number: 6730104
    Abstract: The devices and methods of the invention are directed to various aspects of removing obstructions in a blood vessel. A power source may be provided to facilitate advancement of the device and engagement with the obstruction. The obstruction removal device may have alternating large and small sections or may have one or more loops. In another aspect, the obstruction removal device may have alternating sections wound with filament and substantially exposed sections.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2004
    Assignee: Concentric Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Ivan Sepetka, Son Gia, Martin Dieck