Abstract:
A resilient, elastic self-expanding prosthesis comprising a flexible tubular body, the diameter of which is variable under axial movement of the ends of the body relative to each other, said body being composed of several individual rigid but resiliently flexible thread elements with spring properties each of which extends in helix configuration with the center line of the body as a common axis, a number of elements having same direction of winding but being axially displaced relative to each other crossing a number of elements also axially displaced relative to each other but having the opposite direction of winding to form a braided structure, characterized in that the residual tension of the thread elements as they form the structural elements of the tubular body, at least at the end sections thereof, is such that the diameter of the unloaded helix-shaped thread element, at least at the end sections thereof, when removed from the other elements forming the tubular body is not more than about 60% and preferably at most about 30% greater than the diameter of the said body in an unloaded state; and processes for the manufacture of such self-expanding prosthesis.
Abstract:
A device for hyperthermia treatment in a body cavity or duct which has a narrow access pathway includes an elongate distal section for insertion into the body cavity comprising a centrally-located heat-releasing element enclosed by an elastic enclosure. The heat-releasing element is either surrounded by an elongate housing or is shaped to form a housing. An axially opening inlet passage opens to the proximal part of the housing to supply a heat-transmitting fluid to the housing. The housing has an outlet port to allow fluid to flow from the housing to fill and expand the elastic enclosure to exert pressure on the walls of the body cavity and an inlet port which allows fluid to return into the housing, thus permitting circulation of the fluid during treatment which results in uniform heating of the fluid. The heat-releasing element is formed of an inherently heat self-regulating type material and is either a semi-conductor material of PTC-type having a Curie temperature or Trip point, or a ferromagnetic material having a Curie point in combination with a supply of energy based on magnetic induction.
Abstract:
A device for transluminal implantation or extraction of a substantially tubular, radially selfexpanding stent (27), comprising a central tube (3) surrounded by an exterior tube (5) axially displaceable relative to the central tube (3), and a plurality of axially extending spring members (21) attached to the outer surface of said central tube (3) at the distal end thereof, said members being substantially evenly distributed around the periphery of said tube and capable of outward springing action of their front ends when retracting said exterior tube (5) from the distal end of said central tube (3).
Abstract:
A prosthesis for transluminal implantation comprising a flexible tubular body which has a diameter that is variable by axial movement of the ends of the body relative to each other and which is composed of several individual rigid but flexible thread elements each of which extends in helix configuration with the center line of the body as a common axis, a number of elements having the same direction of winding but being axially displaced relative to each other crossing a number of elements also axially displaced relative to each other but having the opposite direction of winding; and method for transluminal implantation.
Abstract:
A prosthesis for transluminal implantation comprising a flexible tubular body which has a diameter that is variable by axial movement of the ends of the body relative to each other and which is composed of several individual rigid but flexible thread elements each of which extends in helix configuration with the center line of the body as a common axis, a number of elements having the same direction of winding but being axially displaced relative to each other crossing a number of elements also axially displaced relative to each other but having the opposite direction of winding; and method for transluminal implantation.
Abstract:
A continuous process for applying a coating to both sides of a paper web in which the web is fed at a speed of at least 400 meters per minute through the nip formed between a rotating applicator roll and an elastically yielding blade. A coating composition is fed into the sumps formed on each side of the web at the nip at a rate such that the amount of coating material applied to the web, calculated as the total of both sides of the web, exceeds 14 grams per square meter. The viscosity of the coating composition is maintained at 400 to 2000 centipoises and the web is withdrawn from the nip so that it is bent away from the applicator roll over the edge of the blade at an angle of between 8.degree. and 12.degree. to the tangient to the roll at the nip, thus reducing or eliminating the formation of mist downstream of the nip.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a stent (1′) for use in a tubular organ of a body. The stent (1′) comprises a first part (8) to be positioned in a diseased part (2) of the organ and acting as a stentbody therein, and a second part (10, 10′, 40) to be positioned in a non-diseased part (6) of the organ and acting as an anchoring element therein. The two parts (8; 10, 10′, 40) are being designed as tubular members interconnected at the ends facing one another by a flexible, axially rigid connecting part (9), at least said second part (10, 10′, 40) having memorized therein a capacity to expand radially after an increase in temperature, thereby providing anchorage of the second part (10, 10′, 40) at a determined distance away from the diseased part (2) of the organ. The present invention further relates to a catheter (12, 50) and a method for using the stent (1′) and catheter (12, 50).
Abstract:
An apparatus for low temperature plasma treatment of powder particles for modifying the surface properties thereof, comprising means for the creation of a low pressure zone and, in association therewith, at least one cascade arc torch generator to form a plasma torch which is directed into said low pressure zone, means for the supply by gravity of powder particles to be treated into said low pressure zone and conduit means for the removal of the treated powder particles from said low pressure zone, said cascade arc generator having an orientation such that said plasma torch enters said low pressure zone at a downward angle (.alpha.) to the horizontal of from about 15.degree. to about 60.degree., and said conduit means being directed away from said plasma torch at an upward angle (.beta.) to the horizontal of from about 15.degree. to about 80.degree.;a process for low temperature plasma treatment of powder particles;said apparatus and process enabling a high degree of reproducability and uniform particle size distribution.