RETRIEVAL CATHETER FOR AN EMBOLIC FILTER

摘要

A retrieval catheter (1) comprises a distal tubular sheath (2) with a reception space (5) into which an embolic protection filter (10) may be retrieve. An elongate connector (10) extends proximally from the sheath (2) to allow a clinician to control movement of the sheath (12). The sheath (2) is backloaded over a procedural catheter such as a balloon catheter (20), for example for post dilitation of a stent (55). The procedure is more efficient and procedure time is reduced because a catheter system is provided which allows a procedural step to be carried out and a filter (50) to be retrieved.