Non-metallic, bio-compatible hemostatic clips with interlocking latch means
US4498476A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 17, 1983 |
| Grant date | Feb 12, 1985 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 17, 2003 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/122
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Sterile, non-metallic, bio-compatible hemostatic clips of absorbable and non-absorbable materials comprising two leg members joined with a resilient hinge. The distal ends of said leg members include latch means to lock the clip in a closed position. Each leg member has a vessel clamping inner face and the latch means includes means for preventing relative lateral movement between the vessel clamping inner faces when the clip is in a closed position.
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