Grasping tool
US11033287B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 24, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jun 15, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 18, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M27/008
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A grasping tool (20) for removing a stent from the body of a patient. The grasping tool has a grasping head (38) forming two jaws connected to each other and configured to be shifted between an open state and a closed state. Each jaw includes three portions having different thicknesses. The grasping tool is configured to obtain sufficient holding force between the jaws while requiring reduced operating force of the tool. A method for removing a stent from a patient is also disclosed.
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