Medical device implantation and positioning system
US10076387B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 20, 2015 |
| Grant date | Sep 18, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 25, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/363
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An implantation system for positioning and aligning an elongate medical device in three-dimensional space. The system may include: a frame member; and first, second, and third legs each having an adjustable length. Each of the first, second, and third legs includes: a first end having a socket segment, wherein the socket segments of each of the first, second, and third legs together define a socket; and a second end connected to the frame member. A spherical member is adapted to be received within the socket such that the spherical member may rotate about a center of rotation defined by the socket, the spherical member having an inner surface defining a bore passing through the spherical member.
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