Continuous implantable peritoneal dialysis
US10583237B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 14, 2015 |
| Grant date | Mar 10, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 29, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/1085
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system and method for draining excessive fluid from a body cavity or space. The system comprises an implantable fluid penetrable chamber comprising a frame covered by a fluid permeable mesh configured to enable fluids to penetrate therethrough. The system further comprises a catheter connected at a first end to one of said chamber sides/walls or penetrates therethrough; and optionally further comprises a pump placed inside or outside of said chamber.
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