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Connection member and method

US12245771B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 30, 2022
Grant dateMar 11, 2025
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Expiry dateNov 30, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2017/00477
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A connection member for connecting a surgical tool to a plurality of different kinds of corresponding connector. A surgical tool including the connection member. A surgical kit including the surgical tool. The connection member includes an elongate shaft having a longitudinal axis, a proximal end and a distal end. The connection member also includes a plurality of connection features located at the proximal end of the shaft. The plurality of connection features includes at least one connection feature for mating with a first kind of corresponding connector. The plurality of connection features also includes at least one connection feature for mating with a second, different kind of corresponding connector. The connection member may be a male connection member and the corresponding connectors may be female. A method including providing the surgical tool and connecting the connection member to a corresponding connector.

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