Patent ID: 6755813
Filing Date: 2004-06-29
Classification: A61B,A61F,A61M

Abstract:
An apparatus for delivery of an infusate into a body lumen to perform thrombolysis, said apparatus comprising:a catheter having an infusion section defined by a plurality of infusion ports for delivering the infusate, said plurality of infusion ports being spaced axially apart along the length of said infusion section; a sheath coaxially surrounding a portion of said catheter, said sheath being axially movable relative to said catheter to selectively uncover at least a portion of said plurality of infusion ports and thereby control the amount and distribution of the infusate delivered by said infusion section; and a tubular member extending through said catheter and projecting axially beyond said infusion section of said catheter; said catheter having a distal end that seals around said tubular member.