Surgical devices with moisture control
US11596496B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 25, 2020 |
| Grant date | Mar 7, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 31, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/701
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A surgical device including a handle assembly, an elongated portion, at least one window, an end effector, and a shroud is disclosed. The at least one window extends through an outer wall of the elongated portion and is configured to allow fluid to travel therethrough from an interior portion of the elongated portion to ambient air. The end effector is configured to selectively engage a distal portion of the elongated portion. The shroud is affixed to the end effector and extends proximally therefrom. The shroud is configured to cover the at least one window when the end effector is engaged with the elongated portion.
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