Self-venting balloon dilatation catheter and method

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1987-01-06

1989-04-18

Truluck, Dalton L.

Surgery

Truss

Pad

604 96, 1283481, A61M 2902

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048217220

ABSTRACT:
Self-venting balloon dilatation catheter having an elongate flexible tubular member having at least one lumen therein extending longitudinally thereof. A balloon is carried by the flexible tubular member and is in communication with the lumen. A fitting is carried by the tubular member for inflating the balloon with a balloon inflating medium. A plurality of small passages are formed which permit air to escape from the interior of the balloon but inhibit the passage of the balloon inflation medium from the balloon.

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