Microwave balloon angioplasty
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Oct 15, 1991
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Jul 9, 1990
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Feb 27, 1986
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A microwave catheter system used for heating arterial plaque and including a catheter member adapted for positioning in the artery and an inflatable balloon supported at the distal end of the catheter member. Microwave energy is coupled by means of a transmission line to an antenna means. An optic fiber extends through the catheter member and may be used for temperature sensing or other purposes. A channel is provided through the catheter member for coupling a fluid to the balloon for inflation thereof.
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