Retrieval basket with releasable tip
US6673080B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 7, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jan 6, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 7, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/037
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A medical retrieval device is used to retrieve and/or fragment stones (and/or other objects) from the body of a patient. The device has a retrieval basket with a releasable tip. The tip release is designed to release in a controlled pre-determined manner and under a predetermined force before any other component of the device fails due to a force exerted on the basket.
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