Method and apparatus for locating vascular punctures

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 7648493
APP PUB NO 20050234396A1
SERIAL NO

10827714

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The present invention provides a vascular insertion sheath with collapsible penetration locators. The collapsible penetration locators provide the insertion sheath with a small outer diameter and the added functionality of precise location indicator. The collapsible penetration locators comprise thin membranes that collapse upon insertion of a sealing device or vascular instrument into the insertion sheath. The insertion sheath includes a reinforced wall according to some embodiments, with a coiled or braided filament for reinforcement.

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TERUMO PUERTO RICO L L CCAGUAS

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Forsberg, Andrew Thomas Minneapolis, US 22 2481
Paprocki, Loran St. Louis Park, US 6 813

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