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Abstract

A hemostasis valve which provides a fluid tight seal at all times to prevent back-bleeding, and offers relatively low friction when devices are inserted therein. The hemostasis valve may either be an integral part of a tubular device (e.g., sheath, catheter, or the like) or releasable from the tubular device (e.g., Y-adapter or the like). In one embodiment, the hemostasis valve is biased to a closed position in response to distal pressure to prevent back-bleeding. The hemostasis valve is also biased to an open position in response to proximal force or pressure to reduce friction when devices are inserted therein. For example, the hemostasis valve may comprise a plurality of leaflets or flaps. In another embodiment, the hemostasis valve is longitudinally actuated between an open position to reduce friction during device insertion and a closed position to prevent back-bleeding when no devices are inserted therein.

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