Heat transfer catheters and methods of making and using same

Details Heat transfer catheters and methods of making and using same Heat transfer catheters and methods of making and using same

1994-08-08

1997-04-29

Millin, Vincent

Surgery

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

Material introduced into and removed from body through...

604113, 604280, 606 21, 606 22, 606 27, 606 31, 607 96, 607105, A61M 300

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ABSTRACT:
Heat transfer catheter apparatus and methods of making and using same are disclosed wherein fluid connection means is provided between the distal portions of two adjacent, thin-walled, high strength fluid lumens to define a closed loop fluid circulation system capable of controlled delivery of thermal energy to or withdrawal of thermal energy from remote internal body locations.

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