Method and device for inserting electrical leads
US8694078B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 3, 2009 |
| Grant date | Apr 8, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 30, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/056
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Medical devices, systems and methods for providing visualization as well as support and/or stability for blood vessels during procedures for inserting electrical leads are disclosed. One aspect of the device may include a longitudinal member having a distal end and a proximal end, an expandable element near the distal end of the longitudinal member for providing support to the blood vessel, and a contrast release port near the distal end of the longitudinal member for releasing a contrast medium into the blood vessel to visualize the blood vessel.
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