Biopsy instruments and methods
US12408898B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 8, 2019 |
| Grant date | Sep 9, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 4, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2010/0225
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A biopsy instrument (1) comprising a base member (10) which extends from a proximal end (10a) to a distal end (10b) along a central geometrical axis (A), wherein at least a distal end portion (10b′) of the base member (10) is shaped as an elongated hollow tube (10), the distal end (10b) being intended to be at least partly inserted into a tissue (50) from which a biopsy is to be obtained, wherein the hollow tube (10) is provided with a distally facing circular cutting edge (11) defining a mouth (10c) of the distal end (10b) of the hollow tube (10), wherein the hollow tube (10) has, at a distal portion (10b′) of the hollow tube (10), a hollow elongated tubular sample acquiring portion (10b′) having a smooth interior surface (12). The disclosure also relates to a kit of parts and a method of acquiring a biopsy.
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