Method of noninvasively obtaining intraductal fluid

Details Method of noninvasively obtaining intraductal fluid Method of noninvasively obtaining intraductal fluid

2005-05-31

2005-05-31

Lankford, Jr., Leon B. (Department: 1651)

Surgery

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

Treating material introduced into or removed from body...

C604S076000, C604S118000, C604S120000, C424S537000, C435S283100

Reexamination Certificate

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06899696

ABSTRACT:
A method is disclosed for noninvasively obtaining intraductal fluid. The method includes the use of an intraductal fluid sampling device to contact the patient, provide compression, and deliver heat thereto according to predetermined cycle characteristics. The cycle characteristics, such as compression cycle times and compression rates, may be varied and controlled by a control circuit.

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