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Stent aneurysm embolization method and device

  • US 20030055451A1
  • Filed: 09/20/2001
  • Published: 03/20/2003
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/20/2001
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for treating an aneurysm of a patient comprising the steps of:

  • providing an embolization element that is adapted to reduce or block the blood flow into the aneurysm, with a stent connected to the embolization element, the embolization element including an expandable member;

    introducing the embolization element and the stent into the vessel leading to and communicating with the aneurysm;

    directing the embolization element into the aneurysm with the stent being located in the vessel communicating with the aneurysm whereby the stent becomes compressed against the inner wall of the vessel for anchoring the embolization element.

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