Heart pump connector
US7824358B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 22, 2004 |
| Grant date | Nov 2, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 13, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/064
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A heart assist device connection system comprises an inflow connector in fluid-tight communication with an inflow section of a heart assist device. The connector is configured to be releasably connected to an inlet extension inserted into a patient's ventricle. The connector has one or more recesses configured to match a protrusion on the inlet extension. The system also comprises an outflow connector in fluid communication with an outflow section of the heart assist device. The outflow connector is configured to be releasably connected to a conduit attached-to the patient's vasculature.
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