Ultrasonic imaging devices and methods of fabrication
US6712767B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 29, 2002 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 29, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B8/4488
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An ultrasound catheter suitable for insertion in the body lumens of a patient during medical procedures is provided. An ultrasound transducer may be provided at the distal tip of the catheter. An inflatable balloon may be provided at the distal end of the catheter on the proximal side of the ultrasound transducer. The catheter may have lumens for inflation fluid, electrical wires, and a guide wire. A sheath that runs through the balloon may be used to isolate the electrical wires and guide wire from inflation fluid in the interior of the balloon.
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