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Stent range transducers and methods of use

  • US 6,689,156 B1
  • Filed: 09/22/2000
  • Issued: 02/10/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/23/1999
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A stent delivery system, comprising:

  • a catheter comprising a catheter body having a distal end, a proximal end, a longitudinal axis and a lumen;

    an expansion device disposed near the catheter body distal end;

    a stent having a side hole, said stent being disposed over the expansion device; and

    an ultrasound transducer disposed near the catheter body distal end between said expansion device and said stent and positioned for transmitting and receiving ultrasound signals through said side hole.

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