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Methods and apparatus for inserting multi-lumen split-tip catheters into a blood vessel

  • US 8,206,371 B2
  • Filed: 10/31/2008
  • Issued: 06/26/2012
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/27/2003
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A kit for applying a multi-lumen catheter into a blood vessel comprising:

  • a multi-lumen catheter comprising a distal portion to be placed in a blood vessel and a coupler disposed at a proximal end of each catheter lumen; and

    a plurality of intra-catheter stiffener elements, each of the intra-catheter stiffener elements sized to be slidably disposed within separate lumens of the catheter and each having a lumen sized to slide over a guidewire, the intra-catheter stiffener elements having a tapered distal portion and a proximal end having a coupler adapted to mate with the coupler at the proximal end of a catheter lumen.

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