Multi-split-tipped catheter
US9656043B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 22, 2011 |
| Grant date | May 23, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0079
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A multilumen catheter with an inflow or an outflow lumen having at least two tube extensions extending from the distal end of the catheter that open into the inflow or outflow lumen. The catheter is useful in the extracorporeal treatment of blood, such as hemodialysis, hemofiltration or apheresis. A device to selectively test each of the two tube extensions for occlusion.
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