Patent ID: 7001406
Filing Date: 2006-02-21
Classification: A61F

Abstract:
1. An embolic protection filter comprising: a filter frame slidably and rotationally disposed along an elongate member, said filter frame having a proximal end and distal end; a plurality of retaining collars coupled to the proximal end of said filter frame; a plurality of expandable struts each having a proximal section and a distal section, the proximal section adapted to slide within the retaining collars, the distal section secured to the distal end of said filter frame, wherein, in use, said plurality of expandable struts are biased to radially expand from a collapsed, radially compact position to an open, radially expanded position; a filter mesh coupled to said plurality of expandable struts for filtering embolic material; and an actuator mechanism adapted to engage the proximal section of the struts and configured to place tension on the struts.