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Biopsy forceps assemblies

US7762960B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 13, 2005
Grant dateJul 27, 2010
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Expiry dateJun 9, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2017/320064
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Embodiments of the invention include devices for obtaining tissue including a proximal actuator and a distal assembly having first and second end effectors. The first and second end effectors include the features of at least one element within the inner surface either of the first and second end effectors for aiding in the capture and retention of a targeted tissue sample.

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