Access port using shape altering anchor
US8152775B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 19, 2008 |
| Grant date | Apr 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 19, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2400/16
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present disclosure provides access ports for use in surgery. The access ports possess a distal end which adopts an alternate shape upon the application of energy, thereby securing the access port to tissue. Alternatively, the access port may have barbs on a surface thereof which are formed upon the application of energy, thereby securing the access port to tissue.
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