Map and ablate closed-loop cooled ablation catheter
US9370329B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 17, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jun 21, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 25, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2018/00839
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system for performing mapping and ablation functions includes a catheter sized and shaped for vascular access. The catheter includes an elongate body extending between a proximal end and a distal end. A tip section positioned at the distal end of the catheter body and includes a proximal portion and a distal portion. One or more electrode structures are formed on an exterior surface of the tip section. The one or more electrode structures each includes a mapping electrode at the distal portion of the tip section and a contact pad electrically coupled to the mapping electrode.
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