Combination sensor guidewire and methods of use

The present invention provides for an improved combination sensor tip that includes a pressure sensor and a second sensor other than a pressure sensor, both disposed at or in close proximity to the distal end of the combination sensor tip. The present invention also provides for an improved connecto...

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Hauptverfasser: Ahmed, Masood, Oliver, Edward Anthony, Puleo, Joseph, Ingman, Christopher Dee, Walker, Blair D
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:The present invention provides for an improved combination sensor tip that includes a pressure sensor and a second sensor other than a pressure sensor, both disposed at or in close proximity to the distal end of the combination sensor tip. The present invention also provides for an improved connector to couple a guide wire to a physiology monitor that reduces torsional resistance when maneuvering the guide wire.