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Devices, Systems and Methods Useable for Treating Sinusitis

  • US 20080125626A1
  • Filed: 10/30/2007
  • Published: 05/29/2008
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/21/2004
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for dilating an opening of a paransal sinus or other anatomical passage comprising bone covered by mucosa within the head of a human or animal subject, said method comprising the steps of:

  • a) providing a dilation device that comprises an elongate shaft having at least one substantially flexible region and at least one substantially stiff region;

    b) inserting the dilation device into the opening or anatomical passage;

    c) causing the dilation device to dilate the opening or anatomical passage, andd) removing the dilation device.

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