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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jan. 03, 2017
Filed:
Dec. 03, 2012
Greatbatch Ltd., Clarence, NY (US);
Scott Kimmel, St. Paul, MN (US);
Kevin Pietsch, Greenfield, MN (US);
Mark Nelson, Plymouth, MN (US);
Gregory A. Boeshans, Blaine, MN (US);
Jason M. Romanowski, Richfield, MN (US);
Greatbatch Ltd., Clarence, NY (US);
Abstract
A transseptal needle assembly comprised of a cannula, a handle assembly and a stylet is described. The cannula of the needle assembly is of a uniform body construction such that the cannula main portion and needle portion are fluidly connected in one-piece. The handle assembly comprises a handle housing, a handle sleeve and a handle slug. The handle slug provides ballast which improves tactile feel of the needle assembly. In addition, the stylet comprises a stylet housing having a hinged designed that allows for easier control of the stylet.