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Methods and apparatus for disinfecting subcutaneously implanted devices

  • US 6,299,610 B1
  • Filed: 01/07/1998
  • Issued: 10/09/2001
  • Est. Priority Date: 01/07/1998
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A method for inhibiting infection of a device implanted in a tissue pocket, said method comprising percutaneously injecting a liquid anti-microbial agent to the device in an amount having a volume in the range from 1 to 50 ml sufficient to infuse and flush the tissue pocket, wherein the anti-microbial agent is injected against an external surface of the device.

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