Surgical instrument
US7708758B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 28, 2006 |
| Grant date | May 4, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 23, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/292
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The surgical instrument includes a distal tool, an elongated shaft that supports the distal tool, and a proximal handle or control member, where the tool and the handle are coupled to the respective distal and proximal ends of the elongated shaft via distal and proximal bendable motion members. Actuation means extends between said distal and proximal members whereby any deflection of said control handle with respect to said elongated instrument shaft causes a corresponding bending of said distal motion member for control of said working member. The proximal bendable member comprises a ball and socket assembly supported between the handle and instrument shaft and constructed and arranged for three dimensional motion.
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