Introducer with hemostasis mechanism
US11779742B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 20, 2020 |
| Grant date | Oct 10, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 23, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/125
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An introducer sheath includes an elongate shaft having a proximal end, a distal end and a lumen extending therebetween. An actuatable hemostasis valve in a hub is adjacent the proximal end of the elongate shaft and may be used to prevent blood from escaping from the elongate shaft. The introducer sheath may also have a a self-expanding funnel adjacent the distal end of the elongate shaft.
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