Oval wrap suture package with unequal end radii
US5052551A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 31, 1991 |
| Grant date | Oct 1, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/06133
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An oval wrap suture package that permits sutures to be dispensed with less likelihood of suture binding is provided. In one embodiment, the package has a suture winding channel with semicircular end sections whose radii are unequal. In another embodiment of the invention, the suture package is molded from a polymeric resin mixture that includes at least 4% oleamide.
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