The disclosure pertains to porous embolic debris diverters comprising a porous diverter element, a support structure therefor, and a non-hollow flexible elongated retrieval element fixedly attached thereto. The disclosure further pertains to delivery systems for the embolic debris diverters comprising a pusher and an elongated sheath as well as methods of use for the porous embolic debris diverters and the delivery systems therefor. The porous embolic debris diverters are adapted to remain within the body for extended periods of time.
