Packaging systems and methods for mounting a tool on a surgical device
US11197733B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 11, 2018 |
| Grant date | Dec 14, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 6, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D2575/329
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A packaging system for an elongate tool to be coupled to a surgical device. A segmented packaging body comprises a first distal section, a second distal section, and a proximal section. The first and second distal sections provide a clamshell casing to the distal end of the tool, and the proximal section is pivotally coupled to the first distal section and configured to receive the proximal end of the tool. The packaging body may comprise a living hinge and perforations to facilitate mounting the tool on the surgical device without the user touching the tool, thereby minimizing risk of contamination and/or injury. The proximal section may be detached from the clamshell casing at the perforations after the tool is mounted on the surgical device. Secondary packaging may be provided to receive the packaging body. Methods for mounting the tool disposed within the packaging system are also disclosed.
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