Methods for infusing fluids via an implantable infusion system
US8419710B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 6, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 9, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0293
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods for delivering first and second fluid compositions to a target location of a subject include delivering the first composition from reservoir of an implantable infusion pump and delivering the second composition through a catheter access port of the implantable infusion device. The access port and reservoir are fluidly coupled to a catheter having a delivery region implanted in the target region. The methods more fully realize the therapeutic potential of infusion devices having both an access port and a reservoir. Strategic use of different agents that compliment the function of each other delivered via either the access port or the reservoir can result in enhanced therapeutic potential.
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