Foreign body retrieval device and method
US6802846B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 12, 2002 |
| Grant date | Oct 12, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/9528
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A foreign body retrieval device is disclosed. The device moves between an open position for receiving the foreign body and a closed position for capturing the foreign body. A novel method for retrieving a foreign body such as a stent is also disclosed.
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