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Single-pole coagulation forceps

US4128099A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 20, 1977
Grant dateDec 5, 1978
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Expiry dateSep 20, 1997

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B18/1445
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A single pole coagulation forceps comprising jaw elements operated by a traction rod passing through an externally insulated electrically conductive guide barrel, the jaw elements being electrically connected to said barrel and the traction rod comprising two parts which are insulatingly interconnected by an insulating body which is axially slidable in a cavity in an insulating sleeve which is stouter than said barrel and in which said barrel terminates proximally.

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