Guidewire with hypotube and internal insert
US6638267B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 1, 2000 |
| Grant date | Oct 28, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 20, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/09083
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A guidewire having a proximal hypotube portion with an insert to increase pushability and torqueability. The insert may comprise metals such as stainless steel, shape memory/super elastic materials such as nickel titanium alloys, composite materials or polymeric materials. The proximal end of the insert may be configured to dock with an extension guidewire. Preferably, the proximal end of the solid core distal portion of the guidewire is configured to fit within the hypotube and the two are secured by adhesive, solder or the like.
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