Endovenous laser treatment for varicose veins
US7921854B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 22, 2006 |
| Grant date | Apr 12, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2007/101
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Improved devices and methods for removing blood from a blood vessel in preparation for endovenous laser ablation are described. The improved methods include one or more of: placing the patient in the Trendelenburg position, applying external compression around the vein, massaging the vein, cooling the vein externally, encouraging spasming of the vein, and removing blood with a suction device.
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