18608757. DILATOR WITH BUILT-IN BALLOON FOR USE DURING TRANSSEPTAL PROCEDURE simplified abstract (Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.)
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DILATOR WITH BUILT-IN BALLOON FOR USE DURING TRANSSEPTAL PROCEDURE
Organization Name
Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
Inventor(s)
Spencer Fodness-bondhus of Columbia Heights MN (US)
DILATOR WITH BUILT-IN BALLOON FOR USE DURING TRANSSEPTAL PROCEDURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18608757 titled 'DILATOR WITH BUILT-IN BALLOON FOR USE DURING TRANSSEPTAL PROCEDURE
The abstract describes a dilator designed to facilitate access to a patient's heart and couple with a sheath hub. The dilator includes a tapered tip portion and an expandable membrane in the distal end portion.
- Dilator for facilitating access to a patient's heart and coupling with a sheath hub
- Includes a dilator body with a tapered tip portion and an expandable membrane
- Dilator lumen extends through the entire length of the body
- Membrane in fluid communication with the dilator lumen
- Designed to aid in medical procedures requiring access to the heart
Potential Applications: - Cardiac catheterization procedures - Electrophysiology studies - Heart valve replacement surgeries
Problems Solved: - Facilitates easier access to the patient's heart - Provides a secure coupling with a sheath hub - Enhances the efficiency of medical procedures involving the heart
Benefits: - Improved precision in accessing the heart - Reduced risk of complications during procedures - Enhanced patient safety and comfort
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Dilator for Cardiac Procedures" This technology can be utilized in hospitals, cardiac clinics, and surgical centers for a wide range of cardiac procedures. It has the potential to improve the efficiency and safety of these procedures, making it a valuable tool in the field of cardiology.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the dilator's expandable membrane enhance its functionality? 2. What specific medical procedures can benefit from using this dilator technology?
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest advancements in cardiac catheterization techniques and tools to ensure optimal patient care and procedural outcomes.
Original Abstract Submitted
A dilator for facilitating access to a patient's heart and for coupling with a sheath including a sheath hub is disclosed. The dilator includes a dilator body having a proximal end portion and an opposite distal end portion, the distal end portion having a tapered tip portion, the body having a cylindrical wall defining an inner surface and an outer surface, the inner surface defining a dilator lumen extending through an entire length of the body. The dilator further includes an expandable membrane disposed over the body in the distal end portion, the membrane having an inner region in fluid communication with the dilator lumen.
