System having multiple pneumatically sealed trocars
US9017281B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 7, 2012 |
| Grant date | Apr 28, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 2, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/1021
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A valve assembly and method are provided for selectively controlling a flow of pressurized fluid from a fluid source to trocar assemblies. The valve assembly includes a first coupling configured and adapted to couple to a primary trocar assembly for directing pressurized fluid and a second coupling to couple to a secondary trocar assembly. A third coupling is provided to couple to a source of pressurized fluid for directing pressurized fluid from the source to the first and second couplings. Also provided is at least one valve member adapted and configured to be operable in at least first and second operating positions.
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