Notched cutter for guide catheter removal from lead
US7615057B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 12, 2004 |
| Grant date | Nov 10, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 23, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0675
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device and method for removing a guide catheter from about a cardiac lead is disclosed. The device includes a blade for slitting the catheter so that the catheter may be removed from the lead. The blade includes upper and lower angled cutting surfaces which define a notch. The device includes a portion for receiving the lead and guiding the catheter to the blade.
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