Atraumatic suction catheter
US8603049B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 4, 2009 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 9, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M16/0463
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
There is provided a suction catheter having a tubular body with a lumen formed therethrough. The catheter has a plurality of spaced elongated apertures positioned near its distal tip. The catheter may have a fourth round opening positioned proximally to the three openings. The catheter has reduced impact force compared to similar suction catheters without the plurality of apertures near the distal tip.
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