Methods and devices for controlling ablation therapy
US9445861B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 12, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 20, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 29, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49085
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices and methods for controlling ablation therapy are provided herein. In one embodiment, an ablation device is provided that includes an elongate body having proximal and distal ends, and an inner lumen extending therethrough. The inner lumen can be configured to receive fluid therein and to deliver fluid to the distal end of the elongate body. The device can also include an ablation element positioned at a distal end of the elongate body that is configured to heat surrounding tissue, and a heater element disposed within the inner lumen adjacent to a distal end of thereof, the heater element being configured to heat fluid flowing through the inner lumen.
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