Catheter assembly
US9265913B2 · kind B2 · utility
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4Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 22, 2011 |
| Grant date | Feb 23, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 29, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0073
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices and methods are provided to conduct fluid away from or deliver fluid to an area of a treatment site of a patient's body. In one aspect of the invention, a catheter includes a terminal end with a fluid exchange portion. The terminal end may further include a diffuser. The terminal end may further include a barrier.
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