Medical retrieval device with frangible basket
US7678119B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 15, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 16, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 8, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/037
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An embodiment of a medical retrieval device includes a sheath having a proximal end and a distal end, a handle at the proximal end of the sheath, and a basket. The basket has a collapsed position when the basket is within the sheath and collapsed and an expanded position when the basket is positioned beyond the distal end of the sheath and expanded. The basket includes a plurality of legs, at least one leg having a frangible portion wherein the at least one leg breaks upon application of a predetermined force to the basket. A distal portion of the plurality of legs may be formed from a single piece of material.
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