Bite block
US8626317B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 22, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jan 7, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 26, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B5/389
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A bite block for use during intraoperative monitoring of nerves is provided. The bite block is formed of a resilient material to inhibit injury to one or more teeth or the tongue of the patient. The bite block includes at least one access port angled with the respect to a plane and sized to slidingly receive an electrode. The electrode may be advanced through the access port and into the tongue of the patient.
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