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Systems and methods for deploying a biosensor in conjunction with a prosthesis

  • US 6,743,173 B2
  • Filed: 04/12/2002
  • Issued: 06/01/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/10/2000
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for implanting a biosensor within a body lumen of a patient, comprising:

  • introducing a tubular prosthesis in a contracted state within the body lumen;

    introducing a loop within the body lumen, the loop including a biosensor attached thereto;

    positioning the loop and the prosthesis coaxially with respect to one another;

    expanding the prosthesis towards an enlarged condition; and

    engaging the loop around the prosthesis within the body lumen.

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