Irrigation probe for ablation during open heart surgery

Details Irrigation probe for ablation during open heart surgery Irrigation probe for ablation during open heart surgery

2011-04-12

2011-04-12

Lucchesi, Nicholas D (Department: 3763)

Surgery

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

Infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, x-ray or electrical...

C606S041000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07925341

ABSTRACT:
An irrigation ablation probe comprises a generally rigid probe body and a handle mounted to the proximal end of the probe body. The generally rigid probe body comprises an ablation electrode at its distal end having at least one irrigation opening through which fluid can pass. An infusion tube extends through the probe body for introducing fluid into the ablation electrode. The irrigation ablation probe is useful for treating atrial fibrillation during open heart surgery.

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