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Lumen probe apparatuses and methods for using the same

US8679001B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 26, 2013
Grant dateMar 25, 2014
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Expiry dateAug 26, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M25/0105
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A probe apparatus adapted for movement through a lumen, comprising: a linearly extendible and retractable element adapted for selective extension and retraction to provide the movement; a front balloon positioned forward of the linearly extendible and retractable element and adapted for selective inflation and deflation; a rear balloon positioned backward of the linearly extendible and retractable element and adapted for selective inflation and deflation; and, a twisting element adapted to twist at least one of the linearly extendible and retractable element, front balloon and rear balloon during inflation and deflation of the advancement balloon.

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