Multifunction medical device and related methods of use
US8226647B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 11, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jul 24, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 26, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2218/002
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An embodiment of the invention may include a medical device. The medical device may include a flexible tube, an elongate member configured to cut tissue and extend from the flexible tube, and a cauterizing member configured to cauterize tissue and to move relative to the elongate member and the flexible tube. The cauterizing member may substantially surround at least a portion of the elongate member.
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