Systems and methods for removing retained fluids and infusing therapeutic fluids
US6132415A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 9, 1999 |
| Grant date | Oct 17, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 9, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M39/0208
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems for draining retained body fluids comprise an implantable port in an access tube. Usually, a drainage cannula for connecting the implantable port to a site of fluid retention is also provided. The implantable port and drainage cannula are implanted subcutaneously with one end of the cannula within the site of fluid retention and the port located remotely from such site. Drainage may then be effected by percutaneously introducing the access tube to the port and optionally applying a vacuum. Kits comprise the implantable port together with instructions for implanting the port as described above. Kits also comprise an access tube with instructions for use for accessing an implanted port as described above.
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