Variable length electrodes for delivery of irrigated ablation
US6488680B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 27, 2000 |
| Grant date | Dec 3, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 27, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2218/002
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device for ablating tissue is provided. The device comprises a conductive element with a channel for irrigating fluid formed therein, which is in contact with a non-conductive microporous interface. All or a portion of the interface may be removable. When the interface is removed, a portion of the conductive element is exposed for use in ablating tissue. Methods of using the device and of removing the interface are also provided.
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