Connector for a replaceable biopsy needle
US6340351B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 17, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jan 22, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 17, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/55
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A connector assembly is disclosed for connecting the proximal end of a medical device to a handle without comprising the sterility of the working end of the medical device. The connector assembly comprises a body that is rigidly attached to the proximal end of the medical device. A lever is attached to the body, and is resiliently biased towards a first position which engages the handle. A lock tab projects from the lever in a direction away from the body and is shaped to be received in a lock slot within the handle.
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