Reduced size intra-aortic balloon catheter
US6602270B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 13, 2001 |
| Grant date | Aug 5, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 13, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0002
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A reduced size IAB catheter system comprising an IAB catheter disposed within a tube serving both as a insertion sheath and as a reinforcement tube. The tube is preferably disposed about the entire catheter up to the balloon membrane. The catheter remains disposed within the tube during therapy.
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