Rotary manifold syringe
US6976974B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 23, 2002 |
| Grant date | Dec 20, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 1, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/86638
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fluid control apparatus is disclosed for controlling fluid flow between a catheter, an injector, a saline supply, a waste dump and a contrast supply. The apparatus includes a valve stem movable within a cavity disposed in a valve body. The valve stem is movable to a plurality of positions including a contrast position where the valve stem provides communication between the injector and a contrast supply, a saline/waste position where the valve stem provides communication between the injector and a saline/waste line and an injection position where the valve stem provides communication between the injector and an outlet port connected to the catheter.
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