Catheter balloon having stretchable integrated circuitry and sensor array
US9289132B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 7, 2009 |
| Grant date | Mar 22, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 7, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/1086
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system, device and method are presented for utilizing stretchable active integrated circuits with inflatable bodies. The invention allows for such operative features to come into direct contact with body structures, such as the inner wall of a lumen. Such direct contact increases accuracy of measurement and delivery of therapy.
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