Patent ID: 8000764
Filing Date: 2011-08-16
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. An electrophysiology/ablation lumen catheter, comprising: a) an elongated flexible body having a central lumen, a proximal end and a series of spaced electrodes disposed adjacent a distal end thereof; b) a pair of tension/compression members extending through the body for selectively deflecting at least the distal end of the body; c) an electrical lead connected to each of the electrodes and extending through the body to adjacent the proximal end thereof, the leads adapted for external connection thereof; d) an actuator operatively connected to the tension/compression members and operable upon movement to effect lateral displacement of the distal end; e) an inflatable member operatively extending from an outer surface of the body when inflated; f) a first passage extending through the body within said central lumen and adapted to supply an associated liquid therethrough to the inflatable member; and g) a second passage within said central lumen that communicates with an opening in the body located on a distal end side of the inflatable member.