Handheld safety suturing device
US8551122B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 24, 2009 |
| Grant date | Oct 8, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 1, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/06071
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Needle-stick injuries are associated with considerable risk of morbidity for healthcare workers and patients. The present invention of a handheld surgical suturing device allows for visualization of surgical field and better control of the suture needle with possible one-hand operation The device also provides active safety features that protect the surgeon from needle-stick injury.
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