VARIABLE FLEXIBILITY CATHETER

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United States of America Patent

APP PUB NO 20110238041A1
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12731110

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A multi-layered catheter is provided, having a proximal end, a distal end, and a lumen extending therethrough. The catheter can have various sections of different flexibility extending distally along the length of the catheter. The catheter can have four layers along a proximal portion, and three layers along a distal portion. In some embodiments, the layers can comprise at least a stainless steel coil and a stainless steel braid. The catheter can exhibit both flexibility as well as kink resistance.

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CHESTNUT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES INC173 JEFFERSON DR MENLO PARK CA 94025

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Lim, Elaine Zhao Fremont, US 1 132
Tran, Quang Quoc Redwood City, US 30 2105
Ye, Ting Tina San Jose, US 22 1613

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