Vascular introducer with mapping capabilities
US6892087B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 1, 2001 |
| Grant date | May 10, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 12, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2001/0585
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A percutaneous vascular introducer is disclosed which includes a dilator having an elongated tubular body defining opposed proximal and distal end portions, the distal end portion of the dilator having, among other things, radiopaque characteristics to facilitate the safe placement of the distal tip of the dilator, and an elongated sheath having an interior lumen dimensioned and configured to accommodate the dilator.
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