Surgical instruments
US8226675B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 22, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jul 24, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 1, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/320095
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A surgical instrument includes an elongated transmission waveguide defining a longitudinal axis. The transmission waveguide has a distal end and a proximal end. The at least one strike surface is formed on the proximal end and is configured to receive vibratory energy.
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