Medical device with adjustable epidermal tissue ingrowth cuff
US7811257B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 23, 2002 |
| Grant date | Oct 12, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 20, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2039/0285
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and apparatus are disclosed for making and using adjustable epidermal tissue ingrowth cuff and catheter assemblies for transcutaneous placement to provide periodic or continuous external access for medical purposes to an interior body region of a patent who requires such medical treatment over an extended period of time.
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