Devices and methods related to medical tubes
US11884505B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 12, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jan 30, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 26, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65H2701/36
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus and methods for clearing obstructions from a medical tube are disclosed. In an exemplary embodiment, a spool drive system is disclosed for actuating a guide wire within a medical tube. The spool drive system can be a hand held, disposable device having a spool housing with a spool therein for alternately advancing and withdrawing a guide wire through an inlet of the spool housing. A track can be spaced from and extend about a perimeter of the spool to direct the guide wire onto or off of the spool as the spool is rotated. Other embodiments and devices for actuating the guide wire, and methods therefor, also are disclosed.
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