Expandable device for tissue collection from an aerodigestive body lumen
US9186129B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 25, 2012 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/1072
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device for obtaining tissue from the aerodigestive tract is provided. The device may have internal and external folds and a tissue collection surface for collecting a tissue sample from a body lumen, such as the nose or throat. The present invention is also directed to methods of collecting a tissue sample using the devices, described herein.
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