Medical device for accessing the central nervous system
US11974775B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 22, 2021 |
| Grant date | May 7, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 7, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/3443
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Medical devices for accessing the central nervous system, as well as making and using medical devices, are disclosed. An example medical device may include an expandable access port. The expandable access port may include a housing having a plurality of tines coupled thereto. A thrust washer may be disposed along the housing. An actuation member may be coupled to the housing. The actuation member may be designed to shift the plurality of tines between a first configuration and an expanded configuration.
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