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Insertable balloon with curved support

  • US 4,943,275 A
  • Filed: 10/14/1988
  • Issued: 07/24/1990
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/14/1988
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. An insertable balloon assembly comprisinga balloon having first and second ends,a balloon supporting structure extending between the first and second ends of the balloon which maintains the balloon longitudinally extended to prevent collapse of the balloon, and imparting a curvature to said balloon conforming to a curved arterial passage such that the balloon remains stably positioned when pumping in the curved passage,an inflation catheter having a first end with a curvature matching said supporting structure connected to said balloon second end and extending to a handle assembly which is thereby interconnected with the balloon, said supporting structure defining an inner lumen extending in said catheter for receiving a straightening member inserted through said handle which straightens the balloon for insertion.

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