Apparatus and methods for accessing and sealing bodily vessels and cavities
US9028401B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 27, 2014 |
| Grant date | May 12, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 27, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/1065
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Everting balloon systems and methods for using the same are disclosed herein. The systems can be configured to access and dilate body lumen and cavities. For example, the systems can be used to dilate the cervix and access the uterine cavity. The systems can also be used to occlude the cervix. The systems can also be used to occlude the urethra.
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