Methods for thread transection of a soft tissue
US10213222B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 20, 2016 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 17, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/3405
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and apparatus for transecting soft tissue, such as a ligament, and more particularly, the transverse carpal ligament. A pair of hollow introducer needles can be used to rout a thread-like, smooth and non-abrasive cutting element around tissue, such as a soft tissue, to enable a transection of the soft tissue using minimally invasive techniques. The cutting element is routed into position about the target soft tissue such that the cutting element both enters and exits the body from the same side of the soft tissue. The smooth and non-abrasive exterior surface of the cutting element serves to provide a kerf-less cut.
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