Expandable introducer sheath to preserve guidewire access
US9889275B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 15, 2013 |
| Grant date | Feb 13, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 15, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0035
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An introducer sheath is described. The introducer sheath may include a tubular body. The tubular body may extend from a distal end toward a proximal end. The tubular body may include a lumen. The lumen may at least partially be defined by a wall. A channel may be disposed within the wall. The channel may be configured to receive a guidewire. The tubular body may include an expandable portion expandable to increase a cross-sectional area of the lumen.
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