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1. A splittable sheath comprising: a splittable sheath body comprising a generally flexible tubular structure, a proximal end, and a distal end, the sheath body defining a longitudinal axis and being splittable into two halves along a pre-determined line generally parallel to the longitudinal axis; and a sheath hub extending from the proximal end of the sheath body defining a longitudinal axis generally aligned with the axis of the sheath body, the sheath body and sheath hub forming a central cavity along their respective axes, the sheath hub additionally comprising: a flexible body; and a rigid body, the rigid body comprising a relief generally centered on the longitudinal axis, wherein the flexible body and rigid body overlap to substantially seal the central cavity. |