Abstract: A system and method for treating a vascular condition. The system includes a catheter and an inflatable member operably attached to the catheter. A plurality of detachable microdarts is disposed on the inflatable member. The method includes locating a vulnerable plaque. An inflatable member including a plurality of biodegradable and detachable microdarts is positioned adjacent the vulnerable plaque. The plurality of detachable microdarts is inserted into a vessel wall.

Abstract: An intraluminal stent, an intraluminal stent delivery system, and a method of treating a vascular condition. The stent includes a framework with a plurality of flap portions projecting substantially beyond a central core region. The flap portions are movable from a compressed position and an extended position when the stent is deployed. The system includes a catheter and the intraluminal stent. The method includes positioning an intraluminal stent within a vessel. A plurality of flap portions of the stent is extended from a compressed position into contact with the vessel.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a wax applicator having a mop, a container for wax and mechanism for siphoning the wax between the container and the mop. A valve controls siphoning rate. The mop includes an applicator portion having a reservoir for receiving the wax with a plurality of openings for periodically distributing the wax from the reservoir to an applicator pad.