System and methods for removing undesirable material within a circulatory system utilizing during a surgical procedure
US10383983B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 28, 2016 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 11, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/12
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for capturing dislodged vegetative growth during a surgical procedure is provided. The method includes maneuvering, into a circulatory system, a first cannula having a distal end and an opposing proximal end, such that the first cannula is positioned to capture the vegetative growth en bloc. A second cannula is positioned n fluid communication with the first cannula, such that a distal end of the second cannula is situated in spaced relation to the distal end of the first cannula. A suction force is provided through the distal end of the first cannula so as to capture the vegetative growth. Fluid removed by the suction force is reinfused through the distal end of the second cannula. Subsequent to becoming dislodged, the vegetative growth is captured by the first cannula. A method for capturing a vegetative growth during removal of a pacemaker lead is also provided.
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