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Laparoscopic stapler with overload sensor and interlock

US5470007A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 2, 1994
Grant dateNov 28, 1995
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Expiry dateMay 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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