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Apparatus for relief of fetal distress during labor

US4722730A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 27, 1986
Grant dateFeb 2, 1988
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Expiry dateFeb 27, 2006

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B5/035
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention relates to an apparatus for simultaneously monitoring intrauterine pressure and delivering infusible fluids therein for relief of fetal distress during labor with ruptured membranes. The apparatus comprises a catheter assembly having a first and second catheter and a guide tube for providing passage of the catheter assembly therethrough into the uterus.

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