Devices for electrosurgery
US7445619B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 17, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 4, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 6, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0001
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices for electrosurgery by means of oxy-hydro combustion and methods for use of such devices in electrosurgical procedures. Provided are devices for combustion of oxygen and hydrogen, or other hydrocarbon fuels, wherein oxygen and hydrogen may be generated by electrolysis or oxygen and hydrogen, or other hydrocarbon fuels, may be supplied, such devices including an ignition source and an adjustable and translatable sheath for controlling such reactions. Also provided is a detachable and positionable sheath for controlling reactions and minimizing tissue damage with conventional electrosurgery devices.
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