Rotational atherectomy device
US6454779B1 · kind B1 · utility
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27Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 4, 1999 |
| Grant date | Sep 24, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 4, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2217/005
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An elongate tubular body extends between a rotatable cutter tip and a control. The cutter tip is connected to the control with a rotatable element. The control has an indicator which reveals resistance to rotation of either the rotatable element or cutter tip. Material which has been processed by the cutter tip is aspirated through the tubular body for disposal.
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