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Adjustable manifold for dilatation catheter

US5129887A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 20, 1990
Grant dateJul 14, 1992
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Expiry dateDec 20, 2010

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M25/1006
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An improved manifold assembly for a dilatation catheter permits precise adjustment of the effective length of inner and outer members of the catheter during assembly to avoid mismatches in length of the inner and outer members and to avoid the internal stress and distortions caused thereby.

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