Device and method for the manipulation of organs
US6988984B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 23, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jan 24, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 23, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/308
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A manipulation mechanism that can be attached to the heart and other organs of the body so that the organs can be positioned, lifted, turned and held in place during diagnosis, testing, treatment and surgical procedures on the organs.
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