Intra-aortic balloon catheter and insertion sheath
US6346092B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 14, 1998 |
| Grant date | Feb 12, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M60/497
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An improved intra-aortic balloon catheter system comprising an insertion sheath, having an expandable distal end, and a tapered balloon membrane capable of being removed through said insertion sheath upon completion of therapy. The outer diameter of the balloon membrane in a wrapped state is smaller than the outer diameter of the outer tube.
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