Expandable intravenous catheter and method of using
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Jan 5, 1993
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Feb 28, 1991
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Feb 28, 1991
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The present invention provides an improved intravenous catheter which can be installed at a minimal diameter and expanded once installed to a full operational diameter. The apparatus of the present invention comprises a first catheter tube member with an expandable sidewall and a wider second member which inserts into the first member once the first member is installed in a vein to cause it to expand to an operational diameter. The apparatus and method of the present invention provide many options to medical personnel and are particularly useful when employed in trauma situations.
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