Expandable PMR device and method

Details Expandable PMR device and method Expandable PMR device and method

1998-03-05

2000-07-25

Dvorak, Linda C. M.

Surgery

Instruments

Heat application

606 32, 607101, 607122, A61B 1804

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ABSTRACT:
A PMR catheter including an elongate shaft having a proximal end and a distal end, and a conductor extending therethrough. An insulator disposed around the conductor. At least one conductive loop disposed at the distal end of the shaft. The conductive loop having an electrode disposed at its distal end.

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