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Quick cycle biopsy system

US11166702B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 13, 2018
Grant dateNov 9, 2021
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Expiry dateSep 4, 2039

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2010/0225
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for using a biopsy device includes providing a housing containing a tension slide, wherein the tension slide is movable to a cocked position against the action of a spring by the power source; inserting a removable element into the housing, the removable element including a biopsy cannula unit, a pressure generating device, a first connection element connecting the biopsy cannula unit and the valve, and a second connection element connecting the valve and the pressure generating device; arranging the biopsy cannula unit on the tension slide; operating the pressure generating device to generate a vacuum; and operating the valve to control pressure buildup and release within the pressure generating device.

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