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Multipurpose catheter assembly

  • US 20020151845A1
  • Filed: 06/20/2002
  • Published: 10/17/2002
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/06/2000
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for delivery of thermal treatment and medication to a selected area in the vascular system of a patient, comprising:

  • providing a flexible catheter assembly, said catheter assembly having a heat transfer element, a supply duct, and a return lumen;

    supplying a treatment fluid to said heat transfer element via said supply duct;

    returning said treatment fluid from said heat transfer element to exit said catheter assembly, via said return lumen; and

    allowing a portion of said treatment fluid to exit said catheter assembly in the proximity of said heat transfer element, via an exit port.

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