Catheter control mechanism and steerable catheter
US9061120B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 21, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jun 23, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 19, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M25/0141
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A steerable multi-polar lead shaft assembly includes a core member extending longitudinally through the shaft assembly, a plurality electrically conductive elements disposed within the core member, a plurality of steering wires circumferentially distributed about the core member. A control mechanism for a steerable catheter, such as the steerable multi-polar lead assembly, includes a mounting portion adapted to engage a steerable shaft, a stem extending from the mounting portion, a swivel joint arranged at a proximal end of the stem, a control yoke rotatably mounted on the swivel joint, adapted to engage a plurality of steering wires of the steerable catheter, and a handle connected with the yoke, adapted for direct manipulation by a user.
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