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Tissue retraction device

US8007435B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 10, 2008
Grant dateAug 30, 2011
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Expiry dateOct 24, 2029

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  • 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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