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Package for surgical instrument

US4511035A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 13, 1983
Grant dateApr 16, 1985
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Expiry dateJan 13, 2003

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2050/3006
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An improved package for sterile surgical instruments. The package includes means for holding the instrument. The package also includes means for maintaining the instrument in a position so that moveable parts do not take a permanent set. The package is constructed to provide for ready access to the instrument while maintaining the instrument in a sterile condition.

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