Aspiration flow sensor
US11160570B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 11, 2019 |
| Grant date | Nov 2, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 1, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2206/20
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In some examples, an aspiration system a catheter and a fluid flow sensor. The fluid flow sensor includes a fluid inlet, a fluid outlet, and a flow oscillator. The fluid inlet is configured to receive fluid from the catheter. The flow oscillator configured to oscillate flow of the fluid through the fluid flow sensor to generate flow-induced vibrations. The fluid outlet is configured to discharge the fluid.
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