Biopsy devices and related methods of use
US12167841B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 6, 2021 |
| Grant date | Dec 17, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 4, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2018/1465
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A biopsy device may include a first jaw having a first distal tip configured to pierce tissue, and a second jaw movable relative to the first jaw between a closed configuration where the first jaw and the second jaw are axially aligned, and an open configuration where the first jaw and the second jaw are offset from one another, the second jaw having a second distal tip proximal to the first distal tip in the closed configuration.
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