Luminal Structure Anchoring Devices

Patent No. EP3372171 (titled "Luminal Structure Anchoring Devices") was filed by Boston Scientific on Oct 1, 2008. The application was issued on Jun 8, 2022.

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Device for endoscopy-guided transluminal interventions that enables formation of anastomoses between luminal structures, tissue approximation, and attachment of devices to organs or tissues. The device comprises an expandable hollow stent with anchoring capabilities, a tether, and an expander member, which can be pre-biased for automated tissue targeting. The stent can be used to create a fluid conduit between luminal structures, approximate tissue layers, or attach devices to organs or tissues.

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EP3372171

BOSTON SCIENTIFIC
Application Number
EP18165477A
Filing Date
Oct 1, 2008
Status
No Opposition Filed Within Time Limit
Apr 14, 2023
Publication Date
Jun 8, 2022