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Adjustable position injection tubing

US6280439A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 12, 1999
Grant dateAug 28, 2001
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Expiry dateJul 12, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2018/0262
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A cryogenic catheter includes an outer flexible member having a cryogenic fluid path defined by an injection tube disposed in the outer flexible member. The injection tube is slidably disposed within the outer flexible member. A guide member may be provided to support the injection tube within the outer flexible member. A wire is attached to the injection tube at one end and further attached to a spool to provide for take-up of the wire.

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