Tissue retraction device
US8007435B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 10, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 30, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 24, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00685
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A self-retaining retractor is described. The retractor can be sized for small patients, such as young children or infants or some animals. The retractor has two blades that are capable of holding tissue separated during a procedure, such as a tracheotomy.
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