Fingertip-actuated surgical clip applier and related methods
US7211091B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 27, 2002 |
| Grant date | May 1, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 16, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/1227
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fingertip-actuated surgical clip applier includes a first body and a second body substantially structurally identical to the first body. The first body includes a main section and a first jaw extending in a distal direction from the main section. The main section includes a hinge region and a first longitudinal wall extending between the first jaw and the hinge region. The first longitudinal wall includes a first outside surface adapted for contacting a first fingertip. The second body includes a second jaw and a second longitudinal wall. The second longitudinal wall includes a second outside surface adapted for contacting a second fingertip. The second body is inverted in relation to the first body and is pivotably connected to the hinge region. The first and second jaws are pivotable toward each other to a closed position and away from each other to an open position.
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