Surgical instrument container assembly with elliptical softgrip handle assembly
US8556115B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 12, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 1, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2050/3011
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A surgical instrument container assembly includes a container and a handle assembly. The handle assembly includes at least one wire handle pivotally coupled with the container. A handle grip has a longitudinally extending opening. A portion of the wire handle is positioned radially within the opening. The handle grip has an outer surface with an elliptical cross sectional shape, and a plurality of laterally spaced and longitudinally extending ribs on the outer surface. The handle grip is preferably formed of an elastomeric material.
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