Split-tip catheter

Description

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a split-tip catheter.

FIG. 2 is a front elevation view of a split-tip catheter.

FIG. 3 is a rear elevation view of a split-tip catheter.

FIG. 4 is a right side view of a split-tip catheter.

FIG. 5 is a left side view of a split-tip catheter.

FIG. 6 is a top plan view of a split-tip catheter; and,

FIG. 7 is a bottom plan view of a split-tip catheter.

Claims

CLAIM The ornamental design for a split-tip catheter, as shown and described.

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Inventors:	Zawacki; John A. (Salt Lake City, UT), Powers; Kelly B. (North Salt Lake City, UT), Evans; John G. (South Jordan, UT), Rome; Guy T. (West Valley City, UT)
Assignee:	C. R. Bard, Inc. (Murray Hill, NJ)
Appl. No.:	D/240,431
Filed:	October 12, 2005

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Related U.S. Patent Documents

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	Application Number	Filing Date	Patent Number	Issue Date
	10371774	Feb 21, 2003

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Current U.S. Class:	D24/130
Current International Class:	2402
Field of Search:	;D24/112,130 ;600/16 ;604/40,43,247,284,508,523 ;606/108

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Primary Examiner: Zarfas; Louis S.
Assistant Examiner: Goodman; Eric L.
Attorney, Agent or Firm: Morrison & Foerster LLP