Matter conveyance system
US9539022B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 25, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jan 10, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 29, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2039/0626
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A matter conveyance system is located within a catheter and transports thrombus from a proximal portion of the catheter to a distal end of the catheter. In one example, the matter conveyance system is a screw or helix that rotates to cause movement of the thrombus.
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