Extractor for removing a lead from a patient
US10207105B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 17, 2015 |
| Grant date | Feb 19, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 5, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2001/0578
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An extractor for removing an implanted lead from a patient. The extractor includes a lumen dimensioned to receive the lead therein, a cutter at the distal portion for cutting tissue adjacent the lead, a distal clamping structure and a proximal clamping structure The proximal clamping structure and lead are relatively movable to extract the lead.
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