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Detachable ratcheting shaft for specimen retrieval bag

US9017340B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 5, 2012
Grant dateApr 28, 2015
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Expiry dateMar 5, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2017/00407
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system for retrieving a specimen includes a collapsible bag having a first mating member and a retrieval device having a second mating member. The second mating member cooperates with the first mating member for coupling the collapsible bag with the retrieval device. A rotation mechanism is disposed in the retrieval device. Actuation of the rotation device collapses an excess portion of the collapsible bag.

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