Device for splitting the tubular body of a catheter or sheath

Details Device for splitting the tubular body of a catheter or sheath Device for splitting the tubular body of a catheter or sheath

2006-01-23

2009-12-15

Sirmons, Kevin C (Department: 3767)

Surgery

Means for introducing or removing material from body for...

Treating material introduced into or removed from body...

C251S369000, C604S164050

Reexamination Certificate

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07632254

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is a tool coupled to a hemostasis valve and adapted to slit/split a tubular body of a catheter or sheath to facilitate the removal of the tubular body from about a medical device extending through the hemostasis valve and tubular body. The tool comprises a conical barrel portion supporting one or more radially outward extending blades. The tool also comprises a stabilizing component for preventing displacement between the tool and medical device when the tubular body is being removed from about the medical device.

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