Inflatable bone tamp with flow control and methods of use
US10398484B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 22, 2016 |
| Grant date | Sep 3, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 11, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/8827
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An inflatable bone tamp is provided that includes a shaft defining a lumen. A balloon is coupled to the shaft such that a material can flow through the lumen and into the balloon to inflate the balloon. A connector is coupled to the shaft. The connector includes a first port and a second port. The ports are in communication with the lumen. A flow control device is coupled to the first port. The flow control device controls flow of the material through the first port and into the lumen. A damper is coupled to the second port. The damper controls pressure within the inflatable bone tamp when pressure within the inflatable bone tamp reaches a threshold. Kits, systems and methods are disclosed.
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