Soft tip blood reservoir for heart-lung machines
US5738645A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 30, 1996 |
| Grant date | Apr 14, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M5/40
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In a venous/cardiotomy reservoir, substantially accurate volume indication and post-operative use are provided while preventing introduction of air into the reservoir outlet, by interposing a collapsible bag between the underside of a rigid reservoir housing and the reservoir outlet.
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