Forceps and collection assembly and related methods of use and manufacture
US7942896B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 25, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 17, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 5, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/2905
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An aspect of the invention relates to a forceps and collection assembly having multiple components and their related methods of use and manufacture. More specifically, an embodiment of the invention relates to a forceps for obtaining and collecting multiple samples in a collection assembly, such as a pouch. The forceps has multiple components including an insert cutting edge, a molded biopsy jaw, and an insert molded pouch.
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