Catheter positioning system

Details Catheter positioning system Catheter positioning system

2004-03-22

2010-06-08

Van, Quang T (Department: 3742)

Surgery

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

Treating material introduced into or removed from body...

C604S528000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07731681

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a system adapted to position a medical device, such as an ablation catheter, at a location where a pulmonary vein extends from an atrium. The system optimally includes a deflectable catheter and a sheath. An ablation member is disclosed for use with the positioning system, wherein the deflectable catheter and the sheath cooperate so as to facilitate positioning of the ablation member at the location.

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