Abstract:
The disclosure pertains to an intravascular catheter for nerve modulation, comprising an elongate member having a proximal end and a distal end, a balloon having a lumen and a balloon wall, the balloon wall comprising RF permeable sections and non-electrically conductive sections, an electrode disposed within the balloon and extending distally to the furthest distal RF permeable section. The RF permeable sections may comprise a plurality of RF permeable windows, each window having a greater circumferential dimension than an axial dimension. The intravascular system is suited for modulation of renal nerves.
Abstract:
The disclosure pertains to an intravascular catheter for nerve modulation, comprising an elongate member having a proximal end and a distal end, a balloon having a lumen and a balloon wall, the balloon wall comprising RF permeable sections and non-electrically conductive sections, an electrode disposed within the balloon and extending distally to the furthest distal RF permeable section. The RF permeable sections may comprise a plurality of RF permeable windows, each window having a greater circumferential dimension than an axial dimension. The intravascular system is suited for modulation of renal nerves.
Abstract:
Medical devices and methods for forming the medical devices are disclosed in the present application. In one illustrative example, a medical device may comprise a catheter shaft extending from a proximal end to a distal end and may include a plurality of lumens extending through at least a portion of the catheter shaft. In some examples, the medical device may further include a balloon member disposed proximate the distal end of the catheter shaft, and the catheter shaft may comprise a frangible portion disposed proximate the distal end of the catheter shaft.
Abstract:
Medical devices, medical device systems, and methods for making and using the same are disclosed. An example medical device system may include a catheter shaft having a proximal end. A removable liner may extend through the catheter shaft. The removable liner may be designed to deliver a medical substance to a target region. The removable liner may be designed to be removed from the catheter shaft if the removable liner becomes plugged. The system may also include a replacement liner. The replacement liner may be designed to be inserted within the catheter shaft after the removal of the removable liner. A support member may be disposed along the replacement liner.