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Adapter, extension, and connector assemblies for surgical devices

US10226254B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 6, 2015
Grant dateMar 12, 2019
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Expiry dateJan 6, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2017/00477
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An assembly including an adapter assembly and an extension assembly for connecting an end effector to an electrosurgical instrument is provided. The adapter assembly includes first and second pusher assemblies configured for converting rotational motion into linear motion and a drive member for transferring rotational motion. The extension assembly includes at least one flexible band assembly for transferring the linear motion from the adapter assembly and a trocar assembly configured for converting rotational motion into linear motion. Also provided is a connection assembly for connecting a first tubular member to a second tubular member.

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