Methods and devices for automated biopsy and collection of soft tissue
US7918803B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 4, 2009 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 4, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/303
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A biopsy device and related method are disclosed. The biopsy device disclosed includes a needle having a lateral opening for receiving tissue. The needle may be rotatable with respect to a portion of the biopsy device, such as a housing of the biopsy device, and the needle may be offset from a center of the housing. A hollow cutter is disclosed for cutting tissue received in the lateral opening of the needle.
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