Endoscopic surgical instrument and handle assemblies for use therewith
US11051827B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 15, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jul 6, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 21, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/2912
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A handle assembly for use with a surgical instrument includes a housing, a movable handle, and a plunger assembly. The plunger assembly is disposed at least partially within the housing. The plunger assembly includes a proximal portion defining a longitudinal axis, a distal portion and a biasing element. The biasing element is positioned between a part of the proximal portion and a part of the distal portion. Distal translation of the distal portion of the plunger assembly relative to the housing is configured to affect a function of the surgical instrument.
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