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Cutting device and related methods of use

US8979832B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 9, 2012
Grant dateMar 17, 2015
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Expiry dateJun 6, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B17/221
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A device and related methods of use are provided for the capture and removal of various unwanted objects present within the body's anatomical lumens. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the device includes a sheath, a cutting device, an elongate member, and a retrieval assembly connected to the elongate member and retractable within and extendable from a lumen extending through the sheath and cutting device.

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