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Catheter probe having contrast media delivery means

US5971968A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 8, 1999
Grant dateOct 26, 1999
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Expiry dateApr 8, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M25/007
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A catheter probe and methods for contrast media delivering comprising localized contrast media irrigation means for providing contrast media to the distal tip section, wherein the contrast media irrigation means is externally connected to a contrast media supply source; and shaft opening means for venting the contrast media out of the shaft distal end at an angle in relation to an axial reference line for optimal x-ray imaging, wherein the shaft opening means is connected to and in communication with a conduit of the contrast media irrigation means, and wherein the shaft opening means comprises at least one opening at an angle in relation to an axial reference line.

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