Inserter for an intrauterine system
US12201553B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 20, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jan 21, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 20, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F6/144
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to an inserter for an intrauterine system, comprising a handle (1,11), an insertion tube (4) having a longitudinal direction and connected to the handle, and a plunger (3) arranged inside the insertion tube. The inserter also comprises a force sensor (6, 5 9) arranged between the insertion tube and the handle. The insertion tube is partially arranged inside the force sensor in such a manner that when force is exerted on the insertion tube along its longitudinal direction, the insertion tube is arranged to move with respect to the force sensor.
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