Adjustable stiffness catheter
US8303570B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 15, 2011 |
| Grant date | Nov 6, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 15, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0065
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Medical devices such as catheters can include structure or provision that permit a physician or other health care professional to adjust the stiffness of at least a portion of the medical device. In some instances, the medical device may be adjusted prior to inserting the medical device into a patient. In some cases, the medical device may be adjusted while in use within the patient.
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