Surgical installation instrument
US5569264A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 14, 1994 |
| Grant date | Oct 29, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 14, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/068
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A surgical instrument for installing an implant in a living tissue. The instrument includes a frame including an installation channel that is adapted for receiving the implant and is adapted to be placed in connection with the tissue. The implant is inserted in the tissue when it exits the installation channel. The frame includes an installation end. Apparatus produces a reciprocating movement that is transmitted to the implant to produce a periodic movement in the implant. An installation member conveys an external installation force to the implant for installing the implant. The installation member is insertable in the installation channel.
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