An intravascular filter device for use in capturing debris which may occur as a result of an intravascular procedure. The filter device includes a proximal section, a distal section and a mid-section. The mid-section includes three rings configured in a sixteen apices alternating V-pattern. The filter...http://www.google.co.uk/patents/US7004955?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7004955 - Embolic filter