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Apparatus and method for controlling a magnetically controllable embolic in the embolization of an aneurysm

  • US 6,544,163 B2
  • Filed: 12/28/2000
  • Issued: 04/08/2003
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/28/2000
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A magnetic embolization apparatus for embolizing an aneurysm of a blood vessel, comprising:

  • a catheter including a distal portion adapted for insertion within an aneurysm of a blood vessel;

    a permanent magnet carried by the distal portion of the catheter to internally induce a magnetic field from within the aneurysm to control a magnetic field controllable embolic to embolize the aneurysm; and

    an electromagnet carried by the distal portion of the catheter to induce a magnetic field that counteracts the magnetic field of the permanent magnet.

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