Ureteral catheters, bladder catheters, systems, kits and methods for inducing negative pressure to increase renal function
US12076225B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 23, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 3, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 8, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/1089
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Ureteral or bladder catheters and systems are provided, including (a) a proximal portion; and (b) a distal portion, the distal portion including a retention portion including an outer periphery or protective surface area which prevents mucosal tissue from occluding one or more protected drainage holes, ports, or perforations disposed within the outer periphery or protective surface area upon application of negative pressure through the catheter.
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