Apparatus and method for delivering fluid flow to a surgical site
US6302864A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 17, 1999 |
| Grant date | Oct 16, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 17, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/44
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An irrigation apparatus and a method of use for delivering fluid flow to a surgical site. The irrigation apparatus includes a refillable fluid reservoir with an inlet for receiving fluid via first tubing from a fluid source, and an outlet for second tubing leading to a surgical site. A sensor monitors the fluid contained within the reservoir. The sensor sends a signal to a controller, which operates a pump. The pump transports fluid from the fluid source to the refillable reservoir via the first tubing.
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