Endoscopic instrument with removable front end
US6077290A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 10, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jun 20, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 10, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/292
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An endoscopic instrument having a ball and socket connection for releasably attaching a front end assembly to an actuating handle assembly comprising of a base having a downwardly extending stationary handle and a pivoting handle. The socket comprising a plurality of resilient prongs to create a friction fit that can be disengaged by the surgeon retracting the pivoting thumb handle. The socket disposed in the base and linkage provided for actuating the instrument.
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