摘要 |
A medical device retrieval apparatus includes a sheath provided with first and second sheath portions (12,14) arranged coaxially and movable relative to one another between a snaring position and a closed position. A carrier element (18) is disposed in the sheath and is movable at least relative to the first sheath portion (12). A snare is attached to the carrier. The snare is locatable within the first sheath portion (12). The first sheath portion (12) includes a chamber in which a medical device is receivable. In the snaring position the snare is locatable between the first sheath portion (12) and a deployment handle. A method of retrieving a medical device is also provided |