Heat transfer catheter apparatus and method of making and using same
US6440158B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 10, 1999 |
| Grant date | Aug 27, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 10, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/1093
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Heat transfer catheter apparatus and methods of making and using same are disclosed wherein a fluid connection is provided between the distal portions of two adjacent, thin-walled, high strength fluid lumens to define a closed loop fluid circulation system capable of controlled delivery of thermal energy to or withdrawal of thermal energy from remote internal body locations.
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