Tool member cover and cover deployment device
US8579937B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 31, 2003 |
| Grant date | Nov 12, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 6, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/0427
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A surgical instrument including a tool member cover and a cover deployment device are disclosed. The cover is supported adjacent to or on the tool assembly of the surgical instrument and is movable from a first position in which the tool assembly is uncovered to a second position in which the tool assembly is at least partially encompassed by the cover. The deployment device is provided for moving the cover from the first position to the second position.
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