MOTION-ASSISTED SYSTEMS, DEVICES AND METHODS FOR MINIMIZING OBSTRUCTION OF MEDICAL DEVICES

摘要

Systems, devices and methods for minimizing or preventing catheter or other medical device occlusion. Mechanical motion is applied to the inner and outer walls of the catheter to minimize blood clots or other biological substances from obstructing the catheter and to help maintain catheter patency.

主权项

1. A device comprising:
a body configured to attach to a medical device in an operative state, the medical device having a lumen or hollowed portion, the body comprising a housing including a motion source electrically coupled to an electrical energy source in an operative state, the motion source configured to deliver motion to the medical device along the lumen or hollowed portion, the motion being sufficient to minimize obstruction of the medical device's lumen or hollowed portion by a biological substance.