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Guide wire insertion and re-insertion tools and methods of use

  • US 6,879,854 B2
  • Filed: 05/28/2003
  • Issued: 04/12/2005
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/13/1996
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method of inserting a guide wire into a guide wire lumen of a catheter for use in a lumen of and endoscope, comprising the steps of:

  • providing an insertion tool comprising a main body having a main lumen extending therethough and a funnel-shaped extension having a funnel lumen extending therethrough;

    placing the insertion tool on the catheter such that the catheter extends through the main lumen; and

    inserting the guide wire through the funnel of the insertion tool and into the guide wire lumen of the catheter.

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