US6190304B1

Enhanced intra-aortic balloon assist device

University of North Texas Health Science Center

Abstract

The present invention is an intra-aortic circulatory enhancing apparatus for use in human patients to improve blood flow to other arteries continuous with the aorta of the patient. The apparatus comprises an internal inflation means located within the aorta of the patient and an external inflation …

University: University of North Texas Health Science Center
Assignee: University Of North Texas Health Science Center At Fort Worth
Inventor: H. Fred Downey
Priority date: July 13, 1999
Filing date: July 13, 1999
Grant date: February 20, 2001
Publication date: February 20, 2001
Language: en
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