Chronically implantable blood vessel cuff with sensor
US6106477A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 28, 1998 |
| Grant date | Aug 22, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 28, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B5/418
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system for chronically measuring a physiologic parameter by an implantable device which has several forms is described. At its core a fixture for holding on to a blood vessel and forcing a sensor against a surface of the vessel is taught. Numerous adaptations and uses with various sensors are described.
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