Needle guide
US5235987A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 20, 1992 |
| Grant date | Aug 17, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 20, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/3413
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A one-piece needle guide for use with a medical ultrasonic scanning apparatus to guide a needle. The needle guide includes a body which is adapted to be releasably secured to the scanning apparatus. A tubular channel extends the length of the body on its upper surface. The channel is for engaging and guiding the needle in proper alignment with the scanning apparatus. A pair of flexible lips form the shape of the channel and are adapted to secure the needle in a slidable manner. The flexibility of the lips allow the needle to be removed from the body.
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