Circumcision device and method of use
US11376036B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 22, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jul 5, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 22, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/326
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed herein are circumcision devices, and methods of using the same, said devices having a protective cover over the glans after the device is placed onto the penis to protect during ligation, while also having a pull tab for more easily removing the protective cover after ligation. Furthermore, the devices disclosed herein can include a protective notch to prevent harm to the urethra and frenulum and a system to align the protective notch over the urethra and frenulum during placement of the device onto the penis.
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