Patent ID: 6547758
Filing Date: 2003-04-15
Classification: A61B,A61M

Abstract:
A multi-lumen catheter for treatment of a patient, the catheter extending from a proximal end to a distal end and having a proximal portion, a distal portion, and a central axis, the catheter comprising:a first lumen, a second lumen, and a third lumen; wherein each lumen extends from the proximal end to the distal end generally in parallel and has an entry port at the proximal portion and an exit port at the distal portion; said first lumen having a first diameter that is larger than a diameter of either the second lumen or the third lumen; said first lumen having a first central axis that is radially offset from the central axis of the catheter; and wherein said catheter has a gradually reducing diameter in a direction from the proximal end to the distal end.