Intra-aortic balloon catheter

摘要

An improved intra-aortic balloon catheter of the present invention with a kink-resistant outer tube formed of a helically wound metal coil overlaid with a plastic covering which maintains the patency of the air passageway, and a central tub, forming a secondary lumen, formed of a strong resilient, flexible, kink-resistant material, such as a super elastic metal alloy.