Catheter with distal occlusion apparatus
US9232948B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 23, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jan 12, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 6, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/1052
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Catheters such as guide catheters can be configured to provide distal occlusion, while still providing sufficient interior lumen space for device delivery. Such catheters can also provide a desired level of flexibility, yet can include sufficient column support. A catheter can include an elongate shaft having a distal region, a proximal region and a lumen extending therebetween. A distal occlusion member can be disposed over a portion of the distal region of the elongate shaft and an occlusion activating member can be disposed over the elongate shaft.
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