Catheter assembly for use with shunt systems and method of using same
US9227043B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 16, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 23, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M27/006
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A catheter assembly for inserting in a fluid filled space in a body includes a main body having a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion is positionable within the fluid filled space and the second end portion is adapted to extend outward from the fluid filled space when the first end portion is positioned within the fluid filled space. The catheter assembly also includes a catheter tip that is connected to the second end portion. The catheter tip includes a housing having a cavity defined therein. The catheter tip also includes a rotating element positioned within the cavity. The rotating element is configured to rotate within the cavity to facilitate movement of the first end portion of the main body within the fluid filled space.
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