Method for cutting a surgical suture tip
US6024757A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 14, 1998 |
| Grant date | Feb 15, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 14, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/06004
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus and method for forming a cut end of a surgical suture tip. The apparatus including a first and second cutting dies with a channel for receiving a suture. Mechanical actuators are provided to moving the cutting dies from an open to a closed position. The cutting dies are adapted to trap and compressing the suture. A cutting blade is provided for cutting the surgical suture tip adjacent to the first and second cutting dies when the cutting dies are closed. A second cutting die having a notch which is aligned to insert in said channel and secure a suture there between. A mechanical activator is provided to move said dies. A cutting blade is provided to cut the suture secured between said dies. A method for forming cut ends of a suture tip is also described.
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