Methods and apparatus for inserting multi-lumen split-tip catheters into a blood vessel

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PATENT NO 9572956
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14094534

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A catheter assembly includes a catheter, a first intra-catheter stiffener element, and a second intra-catheter stiffener element. The catheter includes a first lumen in fluid communication with a first distal opening and a second lumen in fluid communication with a second distal opening. The first intra-catheter stiffener element is configured for disposition through the first lumen such that a distal end thereof extends distally of the first distal opening, the first intra-catheter stiffener element including a first coupler at a proximal end thereof. The second intra-catheter stiffener element is configured for disposition through the second lumen such that a distal end thereof extends distally of the second distal opening, the second intra-catheter stiffener element including a second coupler at a proximal end thereof.

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  • BARD ACCESS SYSTEMS, INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Albrecht, Stephen E South Walpole, US 6 268
Anand, Paramjith Ayer, US 8 238
Nimkar, Shekhar D Swampscott, US 14 526
Tobin, Eric North Andover, US 15 541

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