Ultrasonic surgical instrument with replaceable blade having identification feature
US10555750B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 25, 2016 |
| Grant date | Feb 11, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 19, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/3937
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus includes a body, a shaft assembly, an end effector portion, a data storage component, a reader, and a use control. The shaft assembly extends distally from the body and includes a support portion. The end effector portion is configured to selectively couple with the support portion of the shaft assembly. The data storage component is associated with the end effector portion and contains data uniquely associated with the end effector portion. The reader is adapted to read the data from the data storage component. The use control is adapted to enable operation of the end effector portion if the data meets at least one usage parameter.
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