Material removal device having improved material capture efficiency and methods of use
US9028512B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 18, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 12, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/320791
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An improved atherectomy catheter includes a part for propelling fluid distally in a tissue collection chamber. The part includes a drive shaft having a proximal end and a distal portion, and a propeller attached to the distal portion of the drive shaft.
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