Laparoscopic stapler with overload sensor and interlock
US5470007A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | May 2, 1994 |
| Grant date | Nov 28, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 2, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/07214
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A surgical stapler with an overload sensor and lockout is disclosed. The surgical stapler is particularly useful in laparoscopic surgical procedures.
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