Handle mechanism for manual instruments
US5308357A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 21, 1992 |
| Grant date | May 3, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 21, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/2946
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A surgical instrument with a scissors-type handle mechanism is provided, with the handle mechanism being characterized by first and second handle members and a toggle linkage coupled to the handle members adapted to lock the handle members in a closed position.
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