Percutaneous tracheostomy balloon apparatus
US7036510B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 28, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 2, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 26, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M16/0443
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus and method for performing a percutaneous tracheostomy procedure utilizing dilatation means that do not require entry into the trachea by downward pressure, in order to minimize the risk of posterior tracheal trauma. In addition, the apparatus is structured to facilitate entry of the tracheostomy tube into the dilated entry site without permitting any significant shrinkage or reduction in diameter of the dilated opening.
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