Inventors:
Chad J. Kugler - Andover MN, US
John R. Drontle - Monticello MN, US
Matthew J. Olson - Maple Grove MN, US
Thomas K. Heiland - Brooklyn Park MN, US
Peter T. Keith - St. Paul MN, US
Assignee:
Cordis Corporation - Miami Lakes FL
International Classification:
A61F002/06
Abstract:
The invention provides an endovascular graft system for repair of aneurysms. The graft system includes a trunk component and first and second leg components. The graft components include graft material supported by a plurality of stents which are spaced apart and affixed to the graft material in a manner that allows articulation of the graft system without excessive wear of the graft material. The stents are formed by intersecting struts which may be tapered to relieve stress. A stabilizing mechanism is provided to stabilize the position of the legs with respect to the trunk when the graft system is deployed.