Medical device with changeable tip flexibility

Details Medical device with changeable tip flexibility Medical device with changeable tip flexibility

2006-05-16

2006-05-16

Peffley, Michael F (Department: 3739)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Flexible catheter guide

C128S898000, C606S192000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07044921

ABSTRACT:
A medical device with a changeable flexibility and a method of using the same. The medical device may include a core member, a tip member, and a tie member. The tip member may be configured to longitudinally shift relative to core member, which may alter the flexibility of the medical device.

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