Blood pump having a disposable blood passage cartridge with integrated pressure sensors
US6887214B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 12, 2000 |
| Grant date | May 3, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/12
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An integrated disposable cartridge for dialysis or ultrafiltration treatment of blood is disclosed that includes integral miniature pressure sensors. Sensors are embedded in the tubing of the cartridge to measure pressure of blood or other fluids. Cartridge elements form a continuous smooth bore passage for blood that reduces probability of clotting.
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