IRRIGATED CATHETER

摘要

The invention relates to an electrophysiology catheter, comprising: a shaft portion including a fluid passage to conduct fluid; an electrode coupled to a distal end of the shaft portion; and a handle portion coupled to a proximal end of the shaft portion; wherein a portion of the fluid passage defines an opening in the shaft portion, and wherein the opening is constructed and arranged such that when fluid is conducted through the opening, at least some of the fluid will contact the electrode.