Abstract: An IVC filter retrieval device useful for removing an IVC filter from a blood vessel, and useful for removing a tilted IVC filter causing the hook to be embedded in the side (wall) of a blood vessel from the blood vessel, and methods for using the same are described. The IVC retrieval device can be used to retrieve other foreign bodies such as, but not limited to, catheters and wires that may become detached from their devices and released into the blood vessels.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved urinary catheter for efficiently draining urine from a urinary bladder of a patient. The improved urinary catheter includes a soft tip that is friendly to the urinary bladder. The improved urinary catheter further includes longer drainage port for proper irrigation of the catheter and thus make it simple to use and better tolerability. In addition, the improved urinary catheter also includes a catheter plug allowing the patient to move more freely and use lavatory rather than using a urine bag all the time.