Devices and methods for alleviating lymphatic system congestion
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1. A device for reducing congestion of a lymphatic system comprising:
- a. an inlet tubular member;
b. a pump coupled to the inlet tubular member;
c. an outlet tubular member coupled to the pump;
d. a controller coupled to the pump;
e. a first sensor coupled to the controller, andf. a second sensor coupled to the controller,wherein the first sensor is configured to detect pressure in a thoracic duct,wherein the second sensor is configured to detect pressure in a venous system, andwherein an increase in pressure detected by the first sensor results in the activation of the pump by the controller to transfer lymph fluid from the lymphatic system via the inlet tubular member to the venous system via the outlet tubular member.
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Abstract
The presently disclosed subject matter relates to methods and devices for decompressing the lymphatic system. In particular, the present disclosure provides devices for actively or passively decompressing the lymphatic system and methods of their use and deployment within a subject. In certain non-limiting embodiments, a device of the present disclosure can include a pump for actively transferring lymph fluid from the lymphatic fluid into the venous system.
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1. A device for reducing congestion of a lymphatic system comprising:
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a. an inlet tubular member; b. a pump coupled to the inlet tubular member; c. an outlet tubular member coupled to the pump; d. a controller coupled to the pump; e. a first sensor coupled to the controller, and f. a second sensor coupled to the controller, wherein the first sensor is configured to detect pressure in a thoracic duct, wherein the second sensor is configured to detect pressure in a venous system, and wherein an increase in pressure detected by the first sensor results in the activation of the pump by the controller to transfer lymph fluid from the lymphatic system via the inlet tubular member to the venous system via the outlet tubular member. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)
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