Translation catheters, systems, and methods of use thereof
US11890194B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 28, 2020 |
| Grant date | Feb 6, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 19, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/018
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A catheter system including a wire, a translatable catheter, and first and second tethers is introduced into a body of a subject. The translatable catheter has a curved portion proximate a distal end of the translatable catheter. The first tether is coupled to the wire, and passes proximally through the translatable catheter. The second tether is attached to the curved portion. The catheter system is positioned such that the wire is disposed at a first location in the body. While the wire remains at the first location, the translatable catheter is translated away from the wire by manipulating the first tether and the second tether. Other embodiments are also described.
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