Adapter, extension, and connector assemblies for surgical devices
US10939952B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 13, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 9, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 28, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2018/0091
- 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 a first pusher assembly configured for converting rotational motion into linear motion. The first pusher assembly includes a pusher member and first and second pawl assemblies for operable engagement with a flexible band assembly of the extension assembly.
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