Single lumen balloon-tipped micro catheter with reinforced shaft
US6648854B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | May 14, 1999 |
| Grant date | Nov 18, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 14, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/1063
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A single lumen balloon-tipped micro catheter, wherein the distal portion of the shaft is reinforced and extends into the balloon to eliminate abrupt transitions in stiffness in the balloon region. The balloon may be formed of a thermoplastic polyisoprene rubber such as hydrogenated polyisoprene which has superior performance and manufacturing attributes.
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