Patent ID: 9119588
Filing Date: 2015-09-01
Classification: A61B,A61K,A61M

Abstract:
1. A catheter device comprising an elongated catheter body having a proximal end and distal end and a conduit within the catheter body; and a mixing chamber at the proximal end of the catheter body; wherein the mixing chamber has a first port for receiving a liquid and a second port in fluid communication with the conduit, wherein the mixing chamber further comprises an opacity enhancing substance prior to introduction of a liquid through the first port, or further comprises a third port adapted to receive the opacity enhancing substance prior to introduction of a liquid through the first port, and wherein the opacity enhancing substance is disposed in the mixing chamber or in a structure configured for placement in the mixing chamber via the third port so that the opacity enhancing substance in the mixing chamber can become suspended, dissolved or diluted with a liquid received from the first port to form an opacity enhancing liquid, wherein the opacity enhancing substance is adhered to the inner surface of the chamber or wherein the structure is a packet or removable and replaceable cartridge.