Tools and methods for programming an implantable valve

Details Tools and methods for programming an implantable valve Tools and methods for programming an implantable valve

2009-03-31

2011-10-18

Deak, Leslie (Department: 3761)

Surgery

Devices transferring fluids from within one area of body to...

With flow control means

C251S065000, C251S292000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08038641

ABSTRACT:
A two-part tool for reading and adjusting an implantable valve, and methods of use. The tool includes a locator-indicator component that, when placed matingly on the patient's skin over the valve, provides magnetic reading of the valve setting. The tool also includes an adjustor component that couples to the locator-indicator component and is rotatable to change a valve setting.

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