Latchless surgical clip
US5366458A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 13, 1990 |
| Grant date | Nov 22, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 13, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/122
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A latchless surgical clip provides effective hemostasis while avoiding or minimizing the risk of injury to the tissue site to which the clip is applied. The clip includes a hinge region having an elastic spring back property so that the legs are spread apart to engage opposing sides of the tissue and then released to return to their tissue clamping (closed) position. A method for forming the latchless surgical clip and a fixture for use therein are also described.
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