Blower instrument, apparatus and methods of using
US9022998B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 26, 2010 |
| Grant date | May 5, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 25, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M16/0066
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A surgical blower for providing a directed stream to clear a surgical site, that can be used in multiple different use modes. In one use mode, the surgical blower is handheld by a user during operation. In another mode, a distal end portion of the blower is fixed to a foot of a stabilizer instrument and the handle of the blower is handheld. In another mode, a distal end portion of the blower is fixed to a foot of a stabilizer instrument and the handle of the blower is fixed to a stationary object such as a sternal retractor. In another mode, the distal end of the blower is free and the handle of the blower is fixed to a stationary object. An apparatus including a blower and a stabilizer is provided. Methods of using the blower as well as the apparatus are also provided.
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