Expandable intravenous catheter and method of using

Details Expandable intravenous catheter and method of using Expandable intravenous catheter and method of using

1991-02-28

1993-01-05

Mancene, Gene

Surgery

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

Treating material introduced into or removed from body...

604164, 604256, A61M 2500

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051766590

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides an improved intravenous catheter which can be installed at a minimal diameter and expanded once installed to a full operational diameter. The apparatus of the present invention comprises a first catheter tube member with an expandable sidewall and a wider second member which inserts into the first member once the first member is installed in a vein to cause it to expand to an operational diameter. The apparatus and method of the present invention provide many options to medical personnel and are particularly useful when employed in trauma situations.

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