An embolic protection device or system for use in a lumen of a vessel in a
patient's vascular system. The device filters debris and blood clots in a
body lumen and/or prevents them from moving distally from a treatment
site in a vessel and causing emboli. The device may include a filter
placed distally of the treatment site. The device may include an
occlusive element placed either distally or proximally of the treatment
site.