Mid-point lock suture cutter
US8591523B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 12, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 26, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 12, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/2837
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A surgical suture cutter that has a “wishbone” configuration and is provided with a locking mechanism having a mid-point lock that allows two operating handles to be locked in a predetermined position at which point the cutting jaw is held flush with the shaft but suture between the jaws of the cutter is allowed to slide without being cut. The locking mechanism is formed of first and second members provided with a first engagement element (for example, a hook) and a second engagement element (for example, a notch), to allow secure engagement of the first engagement element when the suture cutter instrument is in the mid-point locked position.
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