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Suction and irrigation handpiece and tip with detachable tube

US5792098A · kind A · utility

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22Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJun 19, 1996
Grant dateAug 11, 1998
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Expiry dateJun 19, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2205/8206
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An apparatus for irrigating a local irrigation site includes a suction/irrigation tip that is removably connected to a suction/irrigation handpiece. The tip includes a connector to detachably connect the tip to the handpiece, a suction tube detachably connected to the connector, and an irrigation tube permanently fastened to the connector. The tip may also have a securing clip to prevent the irrigation tube from bending during use, and a retaining finger to partially connect the tip to the handpiece.

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