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Multilumen angiography catheter
Assignee: Temple University
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Filing: 1989-12-08
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Granted: 1992-06-16
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Expires: 2009-12-08
Abstract
Abstract A multiple lumen catheter specifically adapted for selective visualization of one or the other of the coronary arteries. One lumen of the multiple lumen catheter is adapted to deliver contrast agent to the coronary artery to be visualized while a second, and optionally a third, lumen is adapted to limit flow of contrast agent to one or more other locations in the aortic root complex. The invention also includes a method of preparing for coronary angiography using such a catheter.
Inventors
- 👤 Lloyd A. Marks
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 21:53
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61M; A61M25/00; A61M25/10; A61M25/1011; A61M25/0021; A61M25/0023; A61M25/0026; A61M2025/0036
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
93 words
A method of preparing for coronary angiography comprising manipulating a multiple lumen catheter, having a first lumen with a distal opening and a second lumen with pores, until the distal end of said catheter is placed in the aortic root complex, positioning said first lumen in a coronary artery not to be imaged while said second lumen remains in the aortic root complex, delivering a non-contrast agent through said distal opening to the coronary artery not to be imaged, and delivering contract agent through said pores to the coronary artery to be imaged.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
93 words
A method of preparing for coronary angiography comprising manipulating a multiple lumen catheter, having a first lumen with a distal opening and a second lumen with pores, until the distal end of said catheter is placed in the aortic root complex, positioning said first lumen in a coronary artery not to be imaged while said second lumen remains in the aortic root complex, delivering a non-contrast agent through said distal opening to the coronary artery not to be imaged, and delivering contract agent through said pores to the coronary artery to be imaged.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
35 words
A method of preparing for coronary angiography, as recited in claim 1, wherein said catheter includes a third lumen having a distal opening and outer walls and including a means to block the ascending aorta.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1995-06-16 | 1995-12-16 | 1996-06-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1999-06-16 | 1999-12-16 | 2000-06-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2003-06-16 | 2003-12-16 | 2004-06-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |