Intermuscular guide for retractor insertion and method of use
US8262571B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 24, 2004 |
| Grant date | Sep 11, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 18, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/2845
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A guide is provided for insertion into a surgical incision to create interior access along a preferred plane to an interior surgical site. After inserting the guide into an incision, a retractor or other tool may be inserted though the guide to the interior surgical site. The guide serves as a pathway for the retractor to the interior surgical site of the patient.
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