20240024014. BALLOON-IN-BASKET ABLATION CATHETER simplified abstract (St. Jude Medical, Cardiology Division, Inc.)

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BALLOON-IN-BASKET ABLATION CATHETER

Organization Name

St. Jude Medical, Cardiology Division, Inc.

Inventor(s)

John W. Sliwa of San Jose CA (US)

Stephen A. Morse of Menlo Par CA (US)

BALLOON-IN-BASKET ABLATION CATHETER - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240024014 titled 'BALLOON-IN-BASKET ABLATION CATHETER

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a catheter with a shaft, a balloon, and energy transfer elements. The catheter shaft has a proximal end and a distal end, with a lumen for fluid delivery or inflation. The balloon is coupled to the distal end of the shaft and communicates with the lumen. The flexible circuit on the balloon carries multiple energy transfer elements.

  • The catheter has a shaft with a lumen for fluid delivery or inflation.
  • A balloon is attached to the distal end of the shaft and communicates with the lumen.
  • The balloon carries a flexible circuit with energy transfer elements.

Potential Applications:

  • Medical procedures requiring fluid delivery or inflation, such as angioplasty or drug delivery.
  • Minimally invasive surgeries where the balloon can be used for tissue expansion or compression.
  • Diagnostic procedures where the balloon can be used for imaging or sensing.

Problems Solved:

  • Provides a catheter with a versatile balloon that can be used for various medical procedures.
  • Enables efficient fluid delivery or inflation through the lumen.
  • Facilitates energy transfer through the flexible circuit on the balloon.

Benefits:

  • Improved control and precision in medical procedures.
  • Enhanced visualization and sensing capabilities.
  • Minimally invasive approach with reduced patient discomfort.
  • Increased efficiency and effectiveness in fluid delivery or inflation.


Original Abstract Submitted

a catheter comprises a catheter shaft having a proximal end portion and a distal end portion, the catheter shaft defining a lumen, the lumen configured for at least one of fluid delivery and inflation, a balloon configured to be coupled to the distal end portion of the catheter shaft, wherein the balloon defines a volume in flow communication with the lumen, and a plurality of energy transfer elements disposed on a flexible circuit along at least a portion of the balloon.

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