a device and method for delivering an object within a patient , wherein the object is delivered in a preferred orientation relative to the delivery site of the patient . the delivery device has an alignment member that allows the object to be delivered intravascularly to the delivery site of the patient , wherein the object is delivered in a pre - determined orientation . the object may , for example , be non - symmetric or include a configuration that requires delivery to the site in only one suitable orientation relative to the delivery site . such objects may be used , for example , to treat certain defects or injuries in vessels or organs within a patient &# 39 ; s body .