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Single operator exchange biliary catheter
Assignee: Boston Scientific Corp
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Filing: 1999-02-25
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Granted: 2000-11-28
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Expires: 2019-02-25
Abstract
Abstract Catheter for use in biliary procedures, including a shaft having a proximal end and a distal end. A guidewire lumen is carried by the shaft extending from a location proximal the distal end of the shaft to a location proximate the distal end of the shaft. An opening is included for accessing the guidewire lumen from a location exterior the catheter shaft located distal the proximal end of the shaft. The guidewire lumen may be formed integral the catheter shaft. The catheter may be used in rapid exchange catheter procedures. The catheter may further include a port and channel design including a first opening into the guidewire lumen located proximal the distal end of the shaft, a second opening located proximal the first opening, and a channel extending longitudinally between the first opening and the second opening.
Inventors
- 👤 Mark Agro
- 👤 Joseph Levendusky
- 👤 Charles Warich
- 👤 Ronald Paille
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 06:53
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61M; A61M25/00; A61M25/01; A61M25/0169; A61M25/0021; A61M25/0023; A61M25/0026; A61M25/0028; A61M25/0029; A61M25/003; A61M2025/0008; A61M2025/004; A61M2025/0183; A61M2025/0188; A61M25/09; A61M2025/09125; A61M2210/00; A61M2210/10; A61M2210/1042; A61M2210/1075; A61M25/09041
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
111 words
A biliary catheter for use in combination with an endoscope and a guide wire in a biliary procedure for accessing the biliary tree, the catheter comprising: an elongate shaft having a proximal end and a distal end and a length sufficient to extend through the endoscope to reach the biliary tree; a guide wire lumen extending through the shaft from a proximal port near the proximal end of the shaft to a distal port near the distal end of the shaft; a channel for accessing the guide wire lumen disposed proximal of the distal end of the shaft; and means for limiting access to the guide wire lumen through the channel.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
111 words
A biliary catheter for use in combination with an endoscope and a guide wire in a biliary procedure for accessing the biliary tree, the catheter comprising: an elongate shaft having a proximal end and a distal end and a length sufficient to extend through the endoscope to reach the biliary tree; a guide wire lumen extending through the shaft from a proximal port near the proximal end of the shaft to a distal port near the distal end of the shaft; a channel for accessing the guide wire lumen disposed proximal of the distal end of the shaft; and means for limiting access to the guide wire lumen through the channel.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
21 words
A biliary catheter as in claim 1, wherein the access limiting means comprises a weakness within a wall of the shaft.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
22 words
A biliary catheter as in claim 1, wherein the access limiting means comprises a perforated area within a wall of the shaft.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
26 words
A biliary catheter as in claim 1, wherein the access limiting means comprises a slit having a width less than a diameter of the guide wire.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
50 words
A biliary catheter as in claim 1, wherein the channel for accessing the guide wire lumen includes a proximal end and a distal end, the catheter further comprising a first opening through a wall of the shaft into the guide wire lumen positioned at the distal end of the channel.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
31 words
A biliary catheter as in claim 5, further comprising a second opening through the wall of the shaft into the guide wire lumen positioned at the proximal end of the channel.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
20 words
A biliary catheter as in claim 6, further comprising a tool for guiding the guide wire into the second opening.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
18 words
A biliary catheter as in claim 1, wherein the guide wire lumen is formed integral with the shaft.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
26 words
A biliary catheter as in claim 1, further comprising a first ancillary lumen extending through the shaft from the proximal end to the distal end thereof.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
26 words
A biliary catheter as in claim 9, further comprising a second ancillary lumen extending through the shaft from the proximal end to the distal end thereof.
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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) | 2003-11-28 | 2004-05-29 | 2004-11-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 2007-11-28 | 2008-05-29 | 2008-11-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2011-11-28 | 2012-05-29 | 2012-11-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |