Bipolar surgical instrument for coagulation and cutting
US5573535A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 23, 1994 |
| Grant date | Nov 12, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 23, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2018/00601
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A bipolar surgical instrument is disclosed which includes electrical conductors which are separated by an insulating member disposed therebetween, the insulating member having a longitudinally extending bore for reception of a blade member. The blade member is selectively actuatable by a lever member extending from the handle portion of the bipolar surgical instrument.
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