Catheter pump
US8591393B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 5, 2012 |
| Grant date | Nov 26, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 16, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M60/148
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A heart pump is provided that comprises an elongate catheter body, an impeller disposed at the distal end of the elongate catheter body, and one or more bearings positioned between the catheter body and the impeller. A fluid supply line for delivering infusant into the catheter is provided. A fluid return line for transporting infusant out of the catheter is also provided. A pump assembly for regulating the infusant flow along the fluid supply line and fluid return line is provided as part of an infusion system.
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