Combined surgical needle-suture device possessing an integrated suture cut-off feature
US5041128A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 4, 1990 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 4, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/0004
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Attachment of a surgical needle to a suture to provide a combined surgical needle-suture device employs a shrinkable tubing possessing a suture cutting edge. Separation of the needle from the suture can be achieved when desired by bringing the suture to bear under tension against the cutting edge of the tubing thereby severing the suture.
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