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Balloon expandable universal access sheath

US5662614A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 9, 1995
Grant dateSep 2, 1997
Priority date
Expiry dateMay 9, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2250/0007
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention relates to a balloon expandable universal access sheath which can be used in surgical procedures such as abdominal aortic grafting. The device allows for great surgical flexibility, ease of insertion and, in addition, the ability to collect and recirculate blood.

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