Endoscopic surgical clip applier and handle assemblies for use therewith
US10828036B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 4, 2018 |
| Grant date | Nov 10, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 28, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00477
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A handle assembly for use with a surgical instrument is provided and includes a housing, a movable handle, a plunger, a first linkage, and a second linkage. The movable handle is pivotably mounted to the housing. The plunger is disposed at least partially within the housing. Distal translation of the plunger relative to the housing is configured to affect a function of the surgical instrument. The first linkage is disposed at least partially within the housing. A first portion of the first linkage is pivotable about the movable handle. A second portion of the first linkage is slidable relative to the plunger. The second linkage is disposed at least partially within the housing. A first portion of the second linkage is pivotable about the movable handle, and a second portion of the second linkage is slidable relative to the plunger.
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