Universal holder for an insertable medical tool
US11331163B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 24, 2017 |
| Grant date | May 17, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 8, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M25/00
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A holder apparatus for enabling secure coupling of a variety of medical tool types, having different head member configurations, to a medical device. The apparatus has at least two housing portions that open and close to receive the head member, and an adjustment mechanism that adjusts to the height and/or shape of the head member, such that there is no relative movement between the housing portions and the head member. The adjustment mechanism may be a ratchet mechanism, a semi-flexible fastener, or a moldable material disposed on one or more of the housing portions. There may be a locking mechanism to lock together the housing portions, and a tightening mechanism to secure the grip of the housing portions on the head member. The housing portions may be configured to allow removal of at least a portion of the medical tool from the device.
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