Disposable patient interface for intraductal fluid aspiration system
US6676610B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 8, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jan 13, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 8, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/3653
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed is a disposable patient interface for an intraductal fluid aspiration system. The interface has a flexible tubular distal member for contacting the patient, and a rigid proximal member forming a vacuum chamber therein. The rigid member has a vacuum aperture for communication with a source of vacuum. The flexible member preferably has a low modulus of elasticity and a high tear strength, such that it can be stretched to fit over a rigid support without rupture.
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