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Monitoring tissue temperature while using an irrigated catheter

US9265574B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 23, 2011
Grant dateFeb 23, 2016
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Expiry dateOct 1, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2090/067
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Apparatus, consisting of a probe, configured to be inserted into a body cavity, and an electrode having an outer surface and an inner surface connected to the probe. The apparatus also includes a temperature sensor, protruding from the outer surface of the electrode, which is configured to measure a temperature of the body cavity.

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