Catheter pressure transducer with pressure sensing module
US6974422B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 19, 2002 |
| Grant date | Dec 13, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 9, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0002
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to a catheter pressure transducer having a pressure sensing module operable to provide a signal representative of pressure. The pressure sensor includes a sensing side and a pressure reference side. At least one signal transmission media is coupled to the sensor for transmitting the signal representative of pressure. A convex-shaped carrier is provided having a slot formed to expose the sensing side of the sensor. The convex-shaped carrier is adapted for receiving the sensor such that the sensing side of the sensor is adjacent the slot. A bonding material is provided for mounting the sensor to the carrier. The pressure sensing module provides ease of installation and manufacture because the module may easily be bonded and installed within a catheter.
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