Ablation device
US8876804B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 19, 2011 |
| Grant date | Nov 4, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 19, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/3614
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An ablation device comprises a balloon having an open proximal end and a closed distal end. A cylindrical tube extends into the balloon through the proximal end. An end support member is positioned at the distal end of the balloon. The end support member comprises a cylindrical portion facing the proximal end of the balloon. The cylindrical portion is received within a bore at the distal end of the tube. A seal is formed between the proximal end of the balloon and the cylindrical tube.
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