Reversible lumen catheter
US7182746B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 11, 2005 |
| Grant date | Feb 27, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 11, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M39/223
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A catheter is provided including a tubular body having a proximal end and a distal end. The body includes a first lumen and a second lumen with a septum disposed therebetween. The proximal end includes a valve and a hub that are integral with the body. The hub includes a first conduit and a second conduit. The valve includes a first port and a second port that are rotatable, about a longitudinal axis of the body, to establish fluid communication between the lumens and the conduits. The distal end of the tubular body may be configured for insertion with a subject. The conduits may be connectable to a medical apparatus.
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