Vibratory device for releasing air bubbles trapped in the heart muscle
US4962758A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 9, 1989 |
| Grant date | Oct 16, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N7/00
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A hand-held vibratory device for releasing bubbles of air which remain in the heart muscles after open heart surgery and which are normally difficult to release due to surface tension. The vibratory device includes a power source and a replaceable heart cradle support member having a soft and pliable heart engaging element.
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