Apparatus and method for everting catheter for IUD delivery and placement in the uterine cavity
US11141308B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | Oct 12, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 9, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/1425
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An everting balloon system is disclosed that can be used for the placement of an IUD within the uterine cavity of a female patient. The everting balloon system with IUD can be used to access a uterine cavity at specific locations in the fundus. A one-handed IUD delivery system for placement with an everting catheter is disclosed. An IUD loading system for placement within an everting catheter is disclosed. The everting catheter with an IUD can simplify the process of IUD placement within the uterine cavity.
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