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Stethoscope with removable light assembly

US7036627B2 · kind B2 · utility

17Cited by
16References
4Claims
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Filing dateApr 29, 2005
Grant dateMay 2, 2006
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Expiry dateApr 29, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B7/02
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A light transmitting device for attachment to a stethoscope headpiece which provides for reversible engagement of the device to the headpiece so that the same can be removed such as for repairs or replacement of batteries. The transmitting device provides a source of light without interfering with the operation of the stethoscope and can be provided without retooling the stethoscope to accommodate a source of light.

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