Multi-axial uterine artery identification, characterization, and occlusion devices
US7594890B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 28, 2002 |
| Grant date | Sep 29, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 2, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/4216
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system is provided for compressing one or both of the uterine arteries of a patient which is at least in part shaped to complement the shape of the exterior of the cervix, which allows the system to be self-positioning. One or more Doppler chips can be mounted or incorporated into the system which permit the practitioner to better identify the uterine artery and monitor blood flow therein. A tenaculum-like element can be further included which secures the system to the patient's cervix.
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