Catheter with tapered support member for variable arcuate distal assembly
US10828091B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 28, 2016 |
| Grant date | Nov 10, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 17, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0166
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A catheter with a variable circular loop responsive to a contraction wire for coiling is supported by a member having a tapered distal section that transitions from a circular cross-section to a generally rectangular cross-section while maintaining a uniform cross-sectional area along the entire tapered length for improved coiling characteristics. A radially constrictive sleeve prevents separation of the contraction wire from the support member to minimize misshaping of the loop during contraction.
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