Apparatus for treating body tissue with ultrasound
US6436114B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 8, 2000 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 8, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2217/005
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus for treating body tissue with ultrasound is provided having a generator and means for transmitting ultrasound to the tissue. The apparatus comprises a hollow probe for suctioning off treated tissue. The hollow probe is provided with a cutting blade in the region of the distal end of the probe and grasping means having a first and a second jaw are provided.
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