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Pneumoperitoneum device

US8956286B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 11, 2014
Grant dateFeb 17, 2015
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Expiry dateApr 11, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M13/003
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for performing a laparoscopic procedure may include inserting a bag through an opening. The method may also include delivering tissue into the bag, sealing the bag, and inflating the bag to create an artificial pneumoperitoneum that extends the abdomen and provides additional working and viewing space. Further, the method may include carrying out a procedure on the tissue located in the inflated bag.

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