IMA surgical retractor system
US6689053B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 11, 2001 |
| Grant date | Feb 10, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 18, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B90/50
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A retractor system that is easily and quickly attached to the operating room table utilizing low profile retractor blades which minimize obstruction of the surgeons view and access to the surgical field. Retraction is accomplished quickly and simply with virtually infinite variability using a single or dual generally linear ratcheting system that gently and controllably elevates one side of an incision and moves it away from the other side of the incision.
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