Catheter winder/unwinder and an arteriography system provided with such a winder/unwinder
Patent 7927310 Issued on April 19, 2011. Estimated Expiration Date: 
November 28, 2026. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.
November 28, 2026. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.Patent ReferencesImaging gore loading tool Drive means for flexible eversion tube system Remote control catheterization Patent #: 6726675 InventorsAssigneeApplicationNo. 11563854 filed on 11/28/2006US Classes:604/165.02Longitudinal movementExaminersPrimary: Lucchesi, Nicholas DAssistant: Vu, Quynh-Nhu H Attorney, Agent or FirmForeign Patent References
International ClassesA61M 5/178A61B 1/00 AbstractA catheter winder/unwinder comprising at least a first system and a second system is disclosed wherein, the first system comprises a first receptacle that receives a catheter and a first drive mechanism that applies movement to the catheter, the second system comprising a second receptacle that receives a guide and including an outlet, said second receptacle being rotatable relative to the first receptacle, and a second drive mechanism that applies movement to the guide. The outlet includes a fastener device for fastening to the catheter.Other References
Field of SearchMethodWith associated advancing or guiding means Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith With means to advance or steer catheter, excluding remotely controlled devices Longitudinal movement Rotational movement Body entering conduit axially movable within body piercing conduit while former is disposed in the body Having mechanical means for feeding conduit through piercing conduit Conduit with self-propelled or remote control means Having evaginating or invaginating capability Body piercing condit (e.g., needle, etc.) With chair, table, holder, or other support Having tool moving or stopping means With guide means for body insertion Having rotatable shaft With means for indicating position, depth or condition of endoscope With control or monitoring of endoscope functions | |
