Method and apparatus for pressure measurement
US9622670B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 11, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 18, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 10, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0003
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and apparatus for measuring pressure in a patient are provided which may include any number of features. One feature is a pressure measurement system comprising a pressure source, a compliant bladder, a catheter in communication with the pressure source, pressure sensors, and a controller configured to determine a pressure within the compliant bladder. The pressure measurement system can inflate the compliant bladder with gas or air to determine a pressure within a patient. In one embodiment, the pressure measurement system measures pressure within a peritoneal cavity.
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