Method and apparatus for facilitating navigation of an implant
US8317801B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 7, 2011 |
| Grant date | Nov 27, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/003
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention describes a targeting system suitable for guiding a biocompatible device to a target area within the body (in vivo) and method of using the same. The system includes a targeting member that is attached to the biocompatible device and may optionally include a steering material. The system includes a passer element located at the distal end of a wand. The wand includes a trigger like member adjacent a hand grip. Actuation of the trigger like member will result in a pivotal movement of the passer element that positions the targeting member such that the connected biocompatible device is positionable relative to the target area.
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